Resort Comparison

Revelstoke Mountain 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

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

188.8" average season

Best Terrain

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

5,620' of vertical

Best Value

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access

Silver Star Mountain Resort

1h from YLW

Best Village Vibe

Silver Star Mountain Resort

World-class village experience

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Ikon

Silver Star Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age

3+

3+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

6.0

8.0

Walkability

6.5

9.0

Village Vibe

7.5

9.0

Mountain

Vertical

5,620'

2,500'

Skiable Area

3,121 ac

3,282 ac

Green Runs

7%

20%

Trails

75

132

Lifts

6

12

Getting There

Airport

YLW

YLW

Drive Time

2.5h

1h

Road Ease

6.0

7.5

Cost

Passes

Ikon

Epic

Day Pass

$150

$105

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Good

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

188.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

162.1" total

86%

Silver Star Mountain Resort

77.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

87" total

112%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

189"94"0"

Revelstoke Mountain 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 Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Silver Star Mountain Resort's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Silver Star Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Revelstoke Mountain Resort has greater vertical drop (5,620' vs 2,500'), offering longer runs
Silver Star Mountain Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (70% green and blue), while Revelstoke Mountain Resort skews more advanced (48% black and double black)

Best For

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Budget-conscious families
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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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