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Operations Update: Alpine Area Closed

Posted April 6, 2026

Thank you for joining us during the 2025–26 winter season! Please be advised that alpine skiing and snowboarding are now closed for the season. Summer lift operations for mountain biking and hiking can be found here.

Not permitted: Snowmobiling, ski touring, and other activities, whether on foot or by motorized vehicle, are not permitted within the Sun Peaks Resort CRA (Controlled Recreation Area) at this time. This is for your safety and the safety of our staff, as teams continue to work in these areas in preparation for summer operations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Marc White, Director of Risk Management & Safety Programs
 

Looking for our summer hours of operation? Click here.

Your Guide to Winter Hours and Services

Find all the key dates and hours for the winter season at Sun Peaks Resort. This guide includes lift operating times, Village Day Lodge services, Guest Services, and the Sports School Sales Desk to help you plan your day on the mountain.

2025-26 Alpine Winter Season
Operating SeasonNovember 27, 2025, to April 6, 2026
2025-26 Winter Lift operating Hours
Sunburst Express ChairliftDaily, 9:00am to 3:30pm
Sundance Express ChairliftDaily, 8:30am to 3:45pm, open until 4:00pm starting February 1
Morrisey Express ChairliftDaily, 8:30am to 3:30pm, open until 4:00pm starting February 1
Morrisey PlatterDaily, 8:15am to 3:30pm, open until 4:00pm starting February 1
Orient ChairliftDaily, 8:15am to 3:30pm, open until 4:00pm starting February 1
Burfield ChairliftDaily, 9:00am to 3:30pm 
Crystal ChairliftDaily, 9:00am to 3:30pm
Elevation ChairliftDaily, 9:00am to 3:30pm
West Bowl Express ChairliftDaily, 9:30am to 3:15pm
Learning Zone CarpetDaily, 8:30am to 3:30pm
Lower CarpetDaily, 8:30am to 7:00pm, open until 5:00pm on April 6
Upper CarpetDaily, 8:30am to 7:00pm, open until 5:00pm on April 6
Village PlatterDaily, 8:30am to 7:00pm, open until 5:00pm on April 6

Hours of operation are subject to change without notice.

2025-26 Winter Trail Season
Nordic TrailsDecember 5, 2025, to April 6, 2026 
Daily, 8:15am to 4:15pm
Snowshoe TrailsDecember 12, 2025, to April 6, 2026
Fat Bike TrailsDecember 19, 2025, to March 24, 2026
Daily, 8:15am to 4:15pm (when temperatures remain below 0°C)
2025-26 Village Day Lodge Services
Guest Services
250.578.5474
Email
January 5 to March 13, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 4:30pm
March 14 to 28, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 6:00pm
March 29 to April 6, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Sports School Sales Desk
250.578.5474
Email
November 22, 2025, to April 6, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Activities Desk
250.578.5542
Email
December 1, 2025, to March 29, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 6:30pm
March 30 to April 6, 2026, Daily, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Looking for our summer hours of operation? Click here.

Activity, Dining & Shopping Hours of Operation

Winter Hours of Operation FAQs

Q: What are the Guest Services hours at Sun Peaks Resort?

A: Guest Services at Sun Peaks Resort is open daily from 8:00am to 4:30pm during the winter season, from November 22, 2025, to April 6, 2026. During Spring Break, March 14 to March 28, 2026, Guest Services offers extended hours -open daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm. 

Q: When is the winter season at Sun Peaks Resort?

A: The 2025–26 winter season at Sun Peaks Resort began on November 27, 2025, and is scheduled to end April 6, 2026. Dates are planned but may change based on conditions.

Q: What are the winter lift hours at Sun Peaks Resort?

A: During the winter season at Sun Peaks Resort, most chairlifts operate between 8:30am and 4:00pm daily. The Village Carpet and Village Platter lifts remain open until 7:00pm, providing extended access to the learning zone. 

Opening and closing times vary by lift and time of season. For exact opening and closing times for each lift, view the full Winter Hours of Operation schedule.

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