Resort Comparison

Kimberley Alpine Resort vs Silver Star Mountain Resort

Silver Star Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Silver Star Mountain Resort leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Kimberley Alpine Resort

82.1" average season

Best Terrain

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Kimberley Alpine Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Silver Star Mountain Resort

1h from YLW

Best Village Vibe

Silver Star Mountain Resort

World-class village experience

Kimberley Alpine Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$

Silver Star Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age

-

3+

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

5.0

8.0

Walkability

5.0

9.0

Village Vibe

5.0

9.0

Mountain

Vertical

2,210'

2,500'

Skiable Area

0 ac

3,282 ac

Green Runs

22%

20%

Trails

72

132

Lifts

5

12

Getting There

Airport

YVR

YLW

Drive Time

2h

1h

Road Ease

5.0

7.5

Cost

Passes

None

Epic

Day Pass

$0

$105

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Limited

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Kimberley Alpine Resort

82.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

68.5" total

83%

Silver Star Mountain Resort

77.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

87" total

112%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

82"41"0"

Kimberley Alpine Resort

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Silver Star Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

Silver Star Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Kimberley Alpine Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Silver Star Mountain Resort's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Kimberley Alpine Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Silver Star Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Kimberley Alpine Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Silver Star Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (3,282 acres vs 0 acres)
Silver Star Mountain Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (70% green and blue), while Kimberley Alpine Resort skews more advanced (44% black and double black)

Best For

Kimberley Alpine Resort

Budget-conscious families
Expert skiers (44% advanced terrain)

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
Those seeking a walkable village experience
Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

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Regions

British Columbia

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Guides

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