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Fortress Mountain ski area, Alberta
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| | This area is now closed indefinitely. says Tom West.
This ski hill has a much lower than average ratio of advanced and expert runs and a much higher than average share of easy trails. This is a cozy ski mountain having a quite small-size elevation difference if compared to other Western Canada ski areas. This ski resort has 47 ski runs that you may ski on; there are sufficient ski runs for every ability. The phenomenal 53 feet of annual snowfall is one of the best characteristics of this ski hill. The 1,082 feet of |
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vertical drop is not that shaggy; Fortress Mountain makes great use of it all. The highlands of Alberta in wintertime are a brilliant spot for snowboarding or skiing. There's 400 acres of skiable land, and it's all in wonderful shape. The seasonal snowfall is
| | heavier than average at this ski area. Fortress Mountain is a perfect place for the whole family with many green and blue ski runs for learners. This ski area has a good array of trails and an okay pick of good ski lifts. All 6 ski lifts at this ski area are well maintained and operated by caring folks. Getting a bit of tremendous exercise and just being on the ski trails for a while will make you feel tremendous. The natural prettiness of the Alberta mountaintops and splendid ski runs are certain to keep you coming back | |
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for more. Whether you're skiing or snowboarding, this area has a lot of ski resorts. Fortress Mountain has a perfect range of ski runs; there's no way to get bored here.
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QUICK STATS
Vertical drop: 1,082 feet
Total Runs: 47
- 25% Expert and Advanced
- 55% Intermediate Runs
- 20% Beginner Runs
Total Lifts: 6
Skiing Area: 400 acres
Annual snowfall: 53 feet
Coordinates:
Latitude: 50.827563
Longitude: -115.191434
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Skier and snowboarder reviews of Fortress Mountain ski area, Alberta:
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Nakiska, Alberta
, 11 miles away
2412 vertical feet
29 runs - 6 lifts
14% Expert & Adv.
70% Intermediate
16% Beginner |
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Sunshine Village, Alberta
, 42 miles away
3514 vertical feet
103 runs - 12 lifts
25% Expert & Adv.
55% Intermediate
20% Beginner |
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Fernie, British Columbia
, 60 miles away
2816 vertical feet
114 runs - 10 lifts
30% Expert & Adv.
40% Intermediate
30% Beginner |
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Lake Louise, Alberta
, 72 miles away
3250 vertical feet
113 runs - 10 lifts
30% Expert & Adv.
45% Intermediate
25% Beginner |
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Panorama, British Columbia
, 74 miles away
4000 vertical feet
100 runs - 9 lifts
30% Expert & Adv.
55% Intermediate
15% Beginner |
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Kimberley, British Columbia
, 75 miles away
2465 vertical feet
80 runs - 5 lifts
38% Expert & Adv.
42% Intermediate
20% Beginner |
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Castle Mountain, Alberta
, 85 miles away
2850 vertical feet
59 runs - 5 lifts
40% Expert & Adv.
41% Intermediate
19% Beginner |
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Fortress Mountain ski area Trail Map:
Trail map supplied by Fortress Mountain ski area, copyright ©.
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* Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.
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