Buy Your Biathlon Season Pass

• Our biathlon range is a year-round training facility designed for both elite and recreational biathletes.
• The range features 30 firing lanes with Kurvinen electronic targets designed for .22 calibre biathlon rifles.
• Both the paved rollerski loop and biathlon competition trails flow through the range. Skiers, roller skiers and runners have access to the range, depending on the season.
• The Canmore Nordic Centre holds an IBU A Licence and continues to host Biathlon World Cups on a regular basis.

Visiting Teams and Clubs Using the Canmore Nordic Centre

• If your group is interested in using the Canmore Nordic Centre Biathlon Range, please complete the Biathlon Range Booking Request Form and submit it to cnc.biathlon@gov.ab.ca.
• Please review our Biathlon Info Sheet to ensure your team has everything necessary to comply with Canmore Nordic Centre rules.

Rules & Fees

To use the Canmore Nordic Centre biathlon range, you must

• Possess a biathlon range pass
• Be under the supervision of a Range Safety Officer approved by the Canmore Nordic Centre
• Sign and submit the Biathlon Range Agreement to the Daylodge information counter or email it to cnc.biathlon@gov.ab.ca

Roller Skiing Guidelines

• When roller skiing on the roadway, follow the same rules as cyclists. Keep right, stay single file, and follow all the rules of the road.
• You can use bicycle infrastructure when roller skiing. This includes all bicycle lanes, dedicated bicycle paths, and mixed use paths. Note: the rules that apply to cyclists also apply to roller skiers.
• When roller skiing on multi-use pathways, please be courteous and friendly.  Slow down around vulnerable trail users, and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

Buying a Biathlon Range Pass

• To purchase a biathlon day, month, or season pass in person, please visit the Daylodge information counter.
• You can also purchase an annual biathlon range pass online.
• Range users must also have a valid trail pass if they are skiing.  See our pass rates.

To Reserve Biathlon Shooting Range Lanes

• Complete the Biathlon Range Booking Request Form and send it to cnc.biathlon@gov.ab.ca
• Or call the information desk at 403-678-2400. (To be connected toll-free in Alberta, dial 310-0000 followed by the number.)

Note You must be a certified Canmore Nordic Centre Range Safety Officer to book lanes.

If you're interested in becoming a Canmore Nordic Centre certified Range Safety Officer, please contact cnc.biathlon@gov.ab.ca. We usually provide a free Range Safety Officer course in spring and fall.

Biathlon Range Schedule

Wax Room Building and Other Facilities

The Wax Room Building has two levels with 24 individual wax rooms. 

• Generally, wax rooms #1 & #2 are available for public use at no charge.  Note: These wax rooms may not be available during race events. 
• Work tables, ski forms and electrical outlets are provided.
• Private wax rooms are available for rent. To rent a wax room, please complete the Wax Room Booking Form and email it to Canmore.NordicCentre@gov.ab.ca or drop it off at the Daylodge information desk. All wax room bookings are tentative until approved by the Canmore Nordic Centre's Recreation Facilities Coordinator.

Team Room Buildings are generally rented to national Biathlon and cross-country organizations and local ski clubs for long-term winter use.

Ruedi Setz Memorial Range

• Canmore Nordic Centre manages use of the Ruedi Setz Memorial Range, located at Mt. Shark in Spray Valley Provincial Park.
• For information on booking the Ruedi Setz Memorial Range, please contact cnc.biathlon@gov.ab.ca.

Forms & Additional Information

• Biathlon Range Booking Form 
• Biathlon Range Agreement
• Range Safety Officer Agreement
• Wax Room Booking Form
• Biathlon Info Sheet
• Pass Rates
• Biathlon Alberta (for information on the sport of biathlon)