Nakiska

Just outside of Kananaskis Village is the ski hill of Nakiska. Reputed for being a family hill, Nakiska offers a large variety of runs.

A fine view opens up of Mt Allan, more than 2800 m (9200 ft) high, on the side of which can be seen the ski-slope laid down for the Alpine competitions. In only two years an international skiing region was created from a veritable wilderness; at the foot was built "Nakiska" (Indian for "meeting-point"), with lift-stations, a ski-school and ski-hire, and a cafeteria.