Resort Comparison

Revelstoke Mountain Resort vs Sun Peaks Resort

Sun Peaks Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Sun Peaks Resort leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Sun Peaks 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

Sun Peaks Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access

Sun Peaks Resort

0.8h from YKA

Best Village Vibe

Sun Peaks Resort

World-class village experience

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Ikon

Sun Peaks Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

3+

3+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

6.0

8.5

Walkability

6.5

9.0

Village Vibe

7.5

9.0

Mountain

Vertical

5,620'

2,891'

Skiable Area

3,121 ac

4,270 ac

Green Runs

7%

10%

Trails

75

137

Lifts

6

13

Getting There

Airport

YLW

YKA

Drive Time

2.5h

0.8h

Road Ease

6.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

Ikon

Independent

Day Pass

$150

$115

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Good

Good

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%

Sun Peaks Resort

118.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

121.4" total

102%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

189"94"0"

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Sun Peaks Resort

Key Insights

Sun Peaks Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

Sun Peaks Resort's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Sun Peaks Resort's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Sun Peaks Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Revelstoke Mountain Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Sun Peaks Resort offers more terrain variety (4,270 acres vs 3,121 acres)
Revelstoke Mountain Resort has greater vertical drop (5,620' vs 2,891'), offering longer runs

Best For

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

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

Sun Peaks 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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