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Castle Mountain Resort Guide
Projected to open December 12, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, April · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 12 — closed March 28
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 12
1d agoPast 24 Hours
1cm
Past 48 Hours
10cm
Past 10 Days
16cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Castle Mountain Resort is located in the southwest corner of Alberta, Canada, within the Rocky Mountains. The resort features over 3,500 acres of skiable terrain, renowned for its natural snowfall, varied runs, and uncrowded slopes. Castle Mountain is known for its authentic, laid-back atmosphere and offers experiences such as cat skiing, challenging steeps, and family-friendly areas. Key amenities include on-mountain accommodations, dining options, and a focus on genuine mountain adventure.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Castle Mountain
Lifts
6
Skiable area
3592 ac
Longest run
5 km / 3.1 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner15% of terrain
- Intermediate40% of terrain
- Advanced35% of terrain
- Expert10% of terrain
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad1
- Triple chair2
- Double chair2
- Surface lift2
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Powder Alliance
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
T-Bar Pub & Grill – A favorite among skiers and locals alike, this laid-back venue at Castle Mountain is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty comfort food, and regular live music events, making it the go-to spot for après-ski relaxation and socializing.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Oct 13, 12:01 AM UTC
16cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-92%
vs 5-Year Avg
195cm avg by now
-94%
vs 30-Year Avg
254cm avg by now
195cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~15.6 cm. That's 92% below the 5-year average (195 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 94% below the 30-year average (254 cm).
Castle Mountain Season Snowfall
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Castle Mountain Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 338cm with an average of 81 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 47cm | 11 days | 21cm | 41cm | 10cm |
| December | 47cm | 12 days | 49cm | 69cm | 10cm |
| January | 43cm | 11 days | 72cm | 89cm | 8cm |
| February | 39cm | 10 days | 84cm | 101cm | 9cm |
| March | 47cm | 12 days | 92cm | 108cm | 9cm |
| April | 38cm | 10 days | 83cm | 100cm | 9cm |
| May | 31cm | 6 days | 39cm | 72cm | 10cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
52 days scored, from 22 Feb
47
Best Day
10 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3822 Feb
- 3623 Feb
- 3625 Feb6cm
March 2026
- 4710 Mar2cm
- 429 Mar6cm
- 4225 Mar11cm
April 2026
- 361 Apr
- 3215 Apr1cm
- 312 Apr2cm
March scored highest for Castle Mountain in 2025-26. Based on 52 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 12, 2026
Through Mar 28, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Castle Mountain
- Where is Castle Mountain?
- Castle Mountain is a ski resort in Canada.
- How high is Castle Mountain?
- Castle Mountain runs from a base elevation of 1,410 m (4,626 ft) to a summit of 2,270 m (7,448 ft), giving a vertical drop of 860 m (2,822 ft).
- How big is Castle Mountain?
- Castle Mountain has 3,592 acres (1,454 hectares) of skiable terrain, 95 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Castle Mountain?
- Castle Mountain is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Castle Mountain?
- Castle Mountain typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Castle Mountain get in a typical season?
- Castle Mountain averages 354 inches / 899 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
