Resort Comparison

Silver Star Mountain Resort vs Troll 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

115.8" average season

Best Terrain

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Silver Star Mountain Resort

1h from YLW

Best Village Vibe

Silver Star Mountain Resort

World-class village experience

Silver Star Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

$$Epic

British Columbia, Canada

$$

Family

Ski School Age

3+

-

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

8.0

5.0

Walkability

9.0

5.0

Village Vibe

9.0

5.0

Mountain

Vertical

2,500'

1,715'

Skiable Area

3,282 ac

0 ac

Green Runs

20%

11%

Trails

132

37

Lifts

12

5

Getting There

Airport

YLW

YVR

Drive Time

1h

2h

Road Ease

7.5

5.0

Cost

Passes

Epic

None

Day Pass

$105

$0

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Moderate

Limited

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Silver Star Mountain Resort

77.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

87" total

112%

Troll Resort

115.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

117" total

101%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

116"58"0"

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Troll 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 Troll Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Silver Star Mountain Resort's walkability score (9.0) exceeds Troll Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Silver Star Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Troll 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 greater vertical drop (2,500' vs 1,715'), offering longer runs

Best For

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

Troll Resort

Budget-conscious families
Expert skiers (59% advanced terrain)

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Regions

British Columbia

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