"Banff Sunshine reported nearly 1,000 cm of snowfall, making it the snowiest season in over a decade and far above its typical annual average of around 600 cm. Even heading into late spring, the resort is sitting on a deep base, with roughly 242 cm up top, and 186 cm at mid-mountain."
"While this won't be a full-resort operation, it's more than enough terrain to make summer turns a reality—something that's becoming increasingly rare in North America. The on-mountain Sunshine Mountain Lodge will also be open, offering ski-in, ski-out access during the extended season."
"Summer skiing used to be more common across North America, but rising temperatures and shorter seasons have made it harder to pull off. That's what makes this reopening notable."
Banff Sunshine in Alberta will offer summer skiing from June 20 to July 5, 2026, following a record snowfall of nearly 1,000 cm. The resort will close its winter season on May 18 and reopen after a five-week break. With a deep snow base remaining, the Strawberry Express lift will operate, allowing skiers to enjoy 16 additional days on snow. This reopening is significant as summer skiing is becoming rare in North America due to rising temperatures and shorter seasons.
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