Superb!4.9 / 5Dec 02, 2019
Eddie L. expert skier
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Pros
- Family-friendly mountain and village, lots of apres ski activities
- Diverse terrain with impeccably groomed slopes
- Not as crowded as Whistler
Cons
- Somewhat less snowfall compared to surrounding resorts
Overall
The second largest ski area in Canada, Sun Peaks is a real family-favorite with tons of crowd-free terrain and perfectly groomed trails to carve or speed on! While the terrain is quite diverse, there is a high concentration of intermediate runs which is particularly perfect for family skiing. Along with its family-friendly slopes, the fantastic ski school, fun kids activities and abundance of ski-in/ski-out accommodation in the cozy village make Sun Peaks an ideal choice for families.
Best month to go
March
March is the best time to visit Sun Peaks as it is often a bit warmer and there is a higher chance of spring snowfall. Spring Break can also get quite busy so it’s ideal to book ahead, although, with so much terrain here, it won’t feel very crowded.
FLY TO
Kamloops Airport
DRIVE/SHUTTLE TO
Sun Peaks (50 minutes)
Base of Sun Peaks (Walk)
- Variety of hotels, condos and vacation rentals
- Ski-in/ski-out accommodation available
- Village offers a range of activities, shops and restaurants
For beginners
Sun Peaks is perfect for beginners with plenty of greens to learn on and nice wide cat tracks to cruise down. Newbies can start off on the mellow Cowabunga and Sunbeam runs off the platter lift. There is also a magic carpet nearby for first-timers while the Rockstar terrain park has beginner-suitable features.
For intermediates
Intermediates are spoilt for choice at Sun Peaks with tons of blue trails spread across the mountain. Sundance to Sunrise is a fun high-speed groomer with a couple of great rollovers, making it our top pick for intermediates at Sun Peaks. Don't be afraid to try out the black diamond runs here as they're considered much easier than other resorts. Gil's Glades is also perfect for those looking for their first side-country experience.
For experts
Advanced and experts won't find much to challenge them at Sun Peaks with black diamonds here being relatively easier than other resorts. The limited steep they do have is fairly open so it's not particularly difficult and with less snowfall than other resorts, it can get quite moguled and hard quickly. To make the most of Sun Peaks and get in some fresh turns, head off-piste or make your way in the hallways down the trees that separate runs! Just watch out for some cross cut ditches!
Find freshies
The best spot to find freshies is off-piste and in the hallways down the trees that separate runs. It's easy to get choked out of trees though if you can find the ones with hallways (and those with some glading) then that's where the powder will be, even a couple of days after fresh snowfall.
Ditch the crowds
With so much skiable terrain, Sun Peaks doesn't see many crowds. If there are any, the best spot to avoid them is over on the Morrisey side. The lifts here might be a bit slower and older but it's always a little quieter than the rest of the mountain. It's also handy to note, the platter lift after 4:00pm can get quite busy with beginners taking last laps and others using it to access their accommodation.
Non skiers
Non-skiers will have plenty of activities to choose from at Sun Peaks including tubing, ice skating, dog-sledding, swimming at the pool and leisure center and even lift-accessed cross-country skiing.
Families
Sun Peaks is known for its family-friendliness thanks to its great facilities and slopes. Our top trails for families is anything off the Sunburst Express or Sundance Express. Both are fast lifts that serve a variety of trails from greens to blacks including tons of side trails for kids. Non-skiers can also watch their little ones ski by themselves off the magic carpet or platter lift. At night, there are fun kids activities available at the Sundance Kids Center.
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Sun Peaks Reviews
Eddie L. Superb!4.8 / 5Dec 02, 2019
Eddie L. expert skier
Superb!4.8 / 5Oct 09, 2019
Joe L. advanced snowboarder
Superb!4.9 / 5Sep 26, 2019
Christina D. intermediate skier
Fabulous!4.5 / 5Nov 08, 2018
Carrie P. beginner skier
Very Good!3.9 / 5Nov 06, 2018
Kirk T. intermediate snowboarder
Good!3.8 / 5Nov 06, 2018
KTKirk T.
There are some good hotel deals in Kamloops. Kamloops is a big enough place that you are going to find some food to eat and a place to stay. It's also a place you can easily fly into. You'll have to find your way to the resort. It's not a major destination for the advanced rider or skier, but it's friendly and there are some good food options on... Moreintermediate snowboarder
Superb!4.9 / 5Jul 11, 2018
Ron P. advanced snowboarder
Superb!4.8 / 5Apr 27, 2018
Kevin W. intermediate snowboarder
Good!3.9 / 5Dec 06, 2017
JBJohn B.
Very long runs, great snow, love the village here! And the telus park is huuuge! Nevermind snowbombing festival is attending here every winter( a snowboarding/ partiers dream paradise) this is an amazing hill with lots of activities.... Moreadvanced snowboarder