Sun Peaks Resort

Canada’s second-largest ski area, with a ski-through village.

Three mountains and 4,400 acres around a compact, car-free village where you can ski to your door. Long cruisers dominate, crowds are light, and Olympic champion Nancy Greene still welcomes and skis with guests. Off the slopes there are dog sleds, snowmobiles, sleigh rides and a covered NHL-size rink, 45 minutes from Kamloops.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,940 ft

Summit

6,867 ft

Skiable terrain

4,400 acres

Trails

144

Lifts

13

Average snowfall

237″ a year

Longest run

5 mi

Terrain mix

• Beginner 10%
• Intermediate 58%
• Advanced 32%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Sleigh rides
• Snowmobiling
• Ice skating
• Snowshoeing
• Cross-country
• Dog sledding
• Fat biking
• Spa
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasMid-December weekend (annual; Dec 12–14 in 2025)Usually

  Holiday Kick-Off

  An artisan market, the plaza Christmas tree lighting, photos with Santa, festive sleigh rides, free family skating and hot cocoa around the village.

• ChristmasDec 23–24 (annual)Usually

  Caroling with Nancy Greene

  Carols in the snowy village led by Olympic champion Nancy Greene Raine, a long-running Sun Peaks tradition.

• New Year’sDec 31, evening (annual)Usually

  New Year’s Eve Slopeside Celebrations

  The biggest night of the year at the village base: a freestyle invitational on a custom feature, a kids’ glow-stick parade, the red torchlight parade down Sundance and fireworks.

• Opening dayNov 21, 2026

  Opening Day and Après and Ales

  Sun Peaks’ 65th season starts with first chair, Harry Bear and cinnamon buns, then après on Masa’s patio from 3 to 6 pm with a DJ and a free beer for ticket and pass holders.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outSun Peaks Grand Hotel

  The full-service hotel in the village, with resort-style wellness facilities and Mantles restaurant.

  Village, ski-in/ski-out
• lodgeHearthstone Lodge

  Cozy suite-style lodge in the village with kitchen-equipped units.

  Village, ski-in/ski-out
• hotelSun Peaks Lodge

  Central village hotel with simple rooms and renovated studios with kitchenettes. A good-value base.

  Village, ski-in/ski-out
• condoNancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge

  Condo hotel with rooms, studios and 1- to 3-bedroom suites with full kitchens; good for families and groups.

  Village, ski-in/ski-out
• hostelSun Peaks Hostel

  Budget beds in the village for skiers on a tight budget.

  Village

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Horse-drawn sleigh rides

  Gentle draft horses pull you on a winter sightseeing tour around Sun Peaks.

• Snowmobile tours

  Guided rides into the Sun Peaks backcountry.

• Dog sled tours

  Guided dog-sled trips through the backcountry near the village.

• Ice skating · Village

  A covered, open-air, NHL-size rink in the village, with free family skating during the holiday kickoff.

• Alpine Fondue & Ski Experience · On mountain

  A private fondue dinner at mid-mountain followed by a ski down under the stars.

• Ski with Nancy Greene

  The 1968 Olympic gold medallist hosts a weekly welcome reception and leads private group ski tours through the season.

• Sun Peaks Spa and Massage · Village

  Massage and spa treatments in the village after a day on the hill.

Après and nightlife

• Bottoms Bar & Grill

  One of the liveliest après bars on the mountain, with daily drink specials.

• Masa’s Bar + Grill

  In the Village Day Lodge, with a patio that hosts the opening-day party.

• Morrisey’s Public House

  Cozy pub with comfort food, local brews and cocktails.

• Cahilty Creek Kitchen & Taproom

  Sixteen taps of craft beer plus BC ciders and wines, with a globe-trotting menu.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Kamloops Airport (YKA) · about 50 min drive
• Vancouver · about 4.5 hr
• Seattle · about 6 hr

Directions in Google Maps