Peak Elevation
2,370 m
7,776 ft
Vertical Drop
330 m
1,083 ft
Skiable Area
809 ha
2,000 ac
Avg Snowfall
762 cm
300 in
Lifts
6
About
Fortress Mountain is a ski resort located in Kananaskis Country, Alberta, which has been closed for traditional lift-access skiing since the 2006/2007 season. The area currently operates as a catskiing destination while negotiations for a potential reopening continue. It features 30 km of slopes and a vertical rise of 330 meters within the Canadian Rockies.
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Operated by Fortress Mountain Holdings Ltd.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Fortress Mountain have?
Fortress Mountain has 6 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Fortress Mountain?
Fortress Mountain has a vertical drop of 1,083 feet (330 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Fortress Mountain?
The summit of Fortress Mountain sits at 7,776 feet (2,370 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Fortress Mountain have?
Fortress Mountain has 48 marked trails, totaling roughly 18.6 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Fortress Mountain?
Fortress Mountain covers 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Fortress Mountain offer night skiing?
No, Fortress Mountain does not offer night skiing.
Does Fortress Mountain have snowmaking?
No, Fortress Mountain relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Fortress Mountain get each year?
Fortress Mountain averages around 300 inches (762 cm) of snowfall per season.