Downhill Ski & Tubing

Canyon Ski Resort offers families and individuals of all ages an Alpine Recreational Facility that is only 8 minutes east of Red Deer. It’s the largest non-mountain downhill ski resort in Alberta with a variety of packages and programs throughout the season. The 28.6 hectare ski area has 20 runs, six lifts, lights for night skiing 3 days a week, a large ski school, equipment rentals, cafeteria and day lodge. With a 164-metre vertical drop, there is terrain for advanced, intermediate and novice skiers. With a dedicated tubing lift, two groomed lanes down with banked corners, and special tubes, you’ll quickly find out why the snow tube is one of the most popular attractions. Check the website for hours, admission rates and access to the on-hill weather cam.

Cross Country Ski & Snowshoeing

Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing are low-impact winter recreational activities suitable for individuals of all ages. As a bonus, equipment is relatively inexpensive and access to most facilities is free. Head to Kerry Wood Nature Centre and snowshoe through Waskasoo Park. You can rent snowshoes at Kerry Wood Nature Centre and head out on your own or join a guided tour at the nature centre. Even in winter, the sanctuary is remarkably alive and naturalist guides will help you discover animal tracks and other interesting signs of activity.

There are more than 30 km of groomed cross country ski trails right in the City of Red Deer. The majority of the city’s ski trails are centered in the Heritage Ranch/Great Chief Park area and the Riverbend Golf and Recreation Area, the premier cross country ski venue in Red Deer and Central Alberta.

Shorter trail loops are also provided at Barrett Park, the Red Deer College and a few school playgrounds. Other track set trails can be found around Central Alberta with the two most notable areas being the JJ Collett Natural Area near Lacombe and Jarvis Bay Provincial Park near Sylvan Lake. Red Deer’s Nordic ski community is very active and has events throughout the year.