Sunshine Village Tours

Sunshine Village showing landscape views, snow and a gondola
Choose from more than 100 runs at this ski resort located 15 minutes from Banff.

Sunshine Village is one of three ski resorts in Banff National Park. It offers more than 3,300 acres (1,335 hectares) of slopes, with 12 lifts and more than 100 runs. The ski season is from early November through late May. Come to hike between June and October.

There’s just one hotel in the resort, so most visitors come by day trip from Banff or Calgary. It’s a 15-minute drive from Banff and 90 minutes from Calgary. Regular bus services operate from Banff and Calgary to the resort every day. There are restaurants, shops and ski rental facilities at Sunshine Village.

The resort typically gets about 30 feet (9 meters) of snow in a season. The mountains are high enough that the snow stays dry and powdery throughout the season.

The resort encompasses three mountains: Mount Standish, Goat’s Eye Mountain and Lookout Mountain. At the highest point, the range is 8,954 feet (2,730 meters) above sea level.

Ski runs cater to beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, as well as snowboarders. Sign up for a lesson in advance or on the day. Experienced skiers can rent a guide and hit the off-piste areas. Expect fresh powder and deserted slopes.

The mountains are easily navigated using maps at each lift and clearly marked runs. Stop for a break at one of nine eateries across the resort that range from casual to fine dining.

In summer, the mountains are covered with wild flowers. There are hiking trails for all fitness levels and guided walks are organized daily.

During the ski season, lifts are open every day. Day or season passes for the lift can be bought online or from offices in Calgary, Banff and Sunshine Village.

Prepareto have your breath taken away by the SunshineSki Resort, a name that is synonymous with SunshineVillage Banff and the Continental Divide. Winter is the time of year tofind the ski haven that is beyond imagining. Canadais the top choice for ski enthusiastsfrom around the world, providing the perfect weather,prime spots for heli skiing, night skiing, and unforgettable ski vacations. It's time to book your ski vacation packages on Sunshine Mountain. Don't let the opportunity pass you by to ride your way down some of thebest snow of your life. 

Ifyou're in the mood for adventure, you can hit the slopes on rentals and slide into the province of Alberta or cross over to British Columbia. Bemesmerized by the beauty of the BanffNational Park and the mountains rising above you when Sunshine skiing is yours. You have seven months to catch theaction. Take your pick of great dealsfor season tickets in Sunshine Villagefrom November through May. Whether you want a winter break or feel like gettingyour last hurrah of snow in the spring,you'll find yourself in the heart of ski country. Explore the area and take advantage of ski school and skitours at competitive prices.There will be room in your budget for skirentals or you can bring your personal equipment from home. Lift tickets at discountprices mean more money in your pocketwhen you are wining and dining, shopping in the village, opening your heart toan awe-inspiring vista. 3,300 acres are at your exposure and you can tailoryour trip according to your skill level. Beginner, intermediate, and experttrails are at your disposal. Rev up, pack your bags, and make Sunshine yournext vacation destination. 

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Verified traveler
Oct 3, 2019

Impossible to get to this lake. We tried 3 times and gave up. Road into lake is closed even if you get there early. They tell you to park and shuttle in but the shuttle lot is far away and very crowded with long lines. There are plenty of other lakes to see that won't disappoint especially on the Icefields Highway. Peyto Lake is one of them.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 17, 2019

Great food at the old lodge at the top of the Gondola. Amazing back country area and lakes at the top of the ski lift!!!! Remember it is about 8,000 feet elevation. Take your inhaler if you have asthma!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 20, 2019

The mountain meadow trails are amazing. 360 degree views are breathtaking.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 25, 2019

If you plan to take a class make sure to call ahead and find out what time the class is. Plan to get there on a shuttle so that you have at least an hour and a half before to get your gear, pay for your class and ride the gondola up the mountain. The gondola ride is 20 minutes once you are on it.

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Verified traveler
Nov 24, 2018

Take ski lessons if you've never skied before and are nervous. Strawberry express has the easiest trail of all.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Sep 11, 2018

Check prices as it was much more expensive than we imagined

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