Sun Peaks, BC Interior

Sun Peaks: 5 things to know before you go

BC Interior, Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Sun Peaks is the second-largest ski area in Canada after Whistler, spread across three mountains and crowned by a pedestrian village built in Tyrolean-meets-Bavarian style. Seventy-five kilometres north of Kamloops, it runs on what locals call Sun Peaks Time: unhurried, sunny and completely lift-queue-free.

1.Is the snow reliable in Sun Peaks?

Generally yes. From 1255 m at the base to 2152 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 89/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

Most hotels sit right on the snow front, so this is genuine ski-in/ski-out: park once on arrival and ski from the door, with no daily driving or shuttle.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

At 215 km of piste on 12 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (28 green, 47 blue, 29 red, 31 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Sun Peaks stands out for a family-friendly setup and a vast, multi-sector domain.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Nov 22 to Apr 12 (about 20 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.

The full Sun Peaks guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Sun Peaks have?
About 897 m of vertical, from a 1255 m base to 2152 m at the top.
Is Sun Peaks part of a larger ski area?
No, it is a self-contained resort with its own 215 km of piste rather than part of a linked domain.
Is Sun Peaks good for beginners?
Yes. With 28 green and 47 blue runs, there is plenty of gentle terrain to learn on.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre
4.42.0k reviews
โ‚ฌ160
โ˜… Top pick

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Very good ยท 2.0k reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Sun Peaks, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.4/5 from 2,031 reviews). It sits about 50 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Sun Peaks, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

โ‰ˆ 50 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ160/ night
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Pinnacle Lodge
4.7186 reviews
โ‚ฌ170

Pinnacle Lodge

Excellent ยท 186 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Sun Peaks, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

โ‰ˆ 500 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ170/ night
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Sundance Lodge
4.2295 reviews
โ‚ฌ135

Sundance Lodge

Great ยท 295 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Sun Peaks, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

โ‰ˆ 100 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ135/ night
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Sun Peaks Lodge
4.2225 reviews
โ‚ฌ130

Sun Peaks Lodge

Great ยท 225 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Sun Peaks, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

โ‰ˆ 50 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ130/ night
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