Top of the World
Elevation: 2,080m
Season Opener Update for Friday, December 19
Published December 19
All Lifts Turning as of Saturday!
Just in time for the holidays, we’re pleased to announce the opening of Sundance Express and Orient chairlifts on Saturday, December 20! Recent snowfall coupled with continued snowmaking efforts have gotten us over the finish line. Opening the remainder of our key chairlifts provides more access and movement across the mountains with important ski-in/ski-out routes. As of Saturday, we’ll have 85+ alpine trails open and more expected to open in the days ahead.
What will be open? Intermediate ski terrain will still be limited in these newly opened areas (Sundance and Orient), but we expect to open additional trails in the days to come as operations teams work the fresh snow that continues to fall.
Off Sundance Express we expect to be opening:
- Homesteader to 5 Mile (Homesteader Upper)
- Rambler
- East Village Ski Way
- Mt. Morrisey Connector
- Possibility of opening: Upper Sundowner and Sundance (dependent on continued snowmaking efforts)
Off Orient Chairlift we expect to be opening:
- Main Village
- Orient Return
- East Village Ski Way
- McGillivray Ski Back
*All projected openings are subject to change based on ongoing operational assessments. For up-to-date lift and trail status, always check our real-time status page.
Our operations team may also have some surprise openings in the days to come across all mountains. Keep an eye on the Daily Snow Report. Sign up.
Selection of Fat Biking Trails Now Open
The trail team overseeing our fat biking network is pleased to open a selection of trails as of Friday, December 19. Fat bikes are not permitted on designated Nordic trails at this time, due to early-season conditions. Please visit our Fat Biking page for all the details!
Nordic Trails Update
Almost all resort and backcountry Nordic trails are now open. Dogs on leash are now permitted in designated areas, and the full dog route is now open. Visit our Nordic trails status page for more information.
Tube Time & Village Carpet Lifts
Tube Time will remain closed indefinitely. Carpet lifts currently close at 3:30pm.
Conditions Awareness & Safety
Early-season conditions are present on the mountain. We ask guests to make good choices and respect all terrain closures in place for your safety and for the safety of our on-mountain teams. Thank you for your cooperation.
Not to be Missed Holiday Events & New Après Experiences!
We’ve just launched a new go-to source of information on the food and drink scene in Sun Peaks, with all weekly specials, new après experiences, DJ sets, and more available in one convenient place for you to browse. Check it out today!
Santa makes several appearances this weekend, and the village caroling tradition with Nancy Greene continues on December 23 and 24. Plus so much more. Take a look at our events calendar to partake in all of the festive fun.
Happy holidays, from all of us at Sun Peaks Resort.
Season Opener Update for Friday, December 12
Updated December 13, 2025
Mt. Morrisey Set to Open this Saturday!
We’re thrilled to announce that Mt. Morrisey will be opening for the Sun Peaks winter season, on Saturday, December 13! The Morrisey Express chairlift and Morrisey Platter will be operational as of 8:30am and 8:15am respectively, offering access to a selection of new terrain for the season.
For details on which trails will be open, keep an eye on the Lift & Trails Status page. Mountain Operations tip: ski and snowboard conditions are good at higher elevations on Tod and Morrisey mountains.
The opening of Morrisey will add to the 55+ alpine trails that are currently open. Sundance and Orient will be next and we are striving to open those areas this month, as natural snow continues to fall and snowmaking starts up again next week with cooler temperatures in the forecast.
The Nordic (cross-country) trail network has been open and is in great condition! 22+ trails are open, including a small selection of the backcountry Nordic trails.
Wherever you plan to ski and snowboard this weekend we remind you to take care as early season conditions exist across all terrain, with closed trails and areas. Please obey all closures and do not cross ropes.
Tube Time & Carpet Update
Please note Tube Time opening has been delayed. Additionally, the Village Carpet and Tube Time Carpet will close daily at 3:30pm until further notice.
The forecast is calling for snow throughout Friday and into the weekend, so keep those snow dances going!
Enjoy some fresh tracks and new terrain this weekend.
Season Opener Update for Friday, December 5
Published December 5, 2025
Crystal Bowl to Fully Open and Burfield Chairlift Starts Turning
With the 10 cm of new snow received today, the remainder of the Crystal Bowl area is scheduled to open on Saturday, December 6. The Burfield Chairlift is also scheduled to open. This will bring the number of operating lifts to nine and the number of open alpine ski trails to 52.
We recommend sticking to Burfield Mid-Station and Crystal to access the available alpine terrain, however the Burfield Chairlift will also load from the bottom for use by guests and residents in the western end of the valley. Ski access back to the bottom of the Burfield chairlift is not available. We encourage the use of the In-Resort Shuttle from the Village Day Lodge back to the lower Burfield area as an alternative at this time.
Early season conditions are present on the mountain. We kindly ask guests to make responsible choices and observe all terrain closures, currently in place for everyone's safety, including our on-mountain teams.
Nordic trails are open and now groomed and track-set
Early-season conditions remain in effect across all Nordic (cross-country) ski trails. We ask guests to make good choices and to respect all trail closures for their safety and the safety of our Mountain Operations team. For the latest updates, please visit Nordic trail maps and status page.
Season Opener Update for Thursday, December 4
Published December 4, 2025
Our grooming team has been working tirelessly this week, track-packing fresh snow across the mountain, and we’re thrilled to share that more terrain and chairlifts will be open for you to enjoy as of Friday, December 5!
Lifts and Alpine Terrain
Crystal Chair and West Bowl Express will be up and running. Most West Bowl terrain will be accessible, as well as limited runs off Top of the World and Crystal. 5 Mile and Spillway will be available from Top of the World. We’re also excited that Gils will be opening, too! All new terrain is subject to change based on ongoing assessment by our operations team.
Perfect for Beginners and Nordic
The family-friendly Learning Zone (located next to The Annex) is now operational, making it the perfect time to get those first turns in. A large network of Nordic (Cross Country) trails is available for skate skiing only as of Friday, we are still waiting to set the tracks.
What's Already Available
This new terrain is in addition to the runs already accessible: 5 Mile and Cahilty, the Village Platter runs (Sunbeam, Moonbeam, Gentle Giant, Cowabunga), and the Base Camp Terrain Park.
Safety Reminder
Morrisey, Sundance, Orient, and Burfield Chairlifts remain closed for the time being. For complete, up-to-the-minute details on individual trail status, please stay tuned to our Lift and Trail Status page.
While we are happy to see the available terrain expand, please remember that early-season conditions persist. Always ski and ride with caution, respect all signage, and never cross ropes or enter closed areas. This is essential for your safety and the safety of our mountain teams.
Lift Tickets & Events
As of Saturday, alpine lift tickets will be available from 40% off, from our online store.
Be sure to check out First Fridays this week, as live music takes over the Village Platter from 7:00pm to 9:00pm!
Season Opener Update for Monday, December 1
Published December 1, 2025
Now a few days into our ski and snowboard season, we thank our guests who joined us over the past few days to get out on snow and enjoy those first laps of the winter. Everyone was making the most of what we did have on offer, including our Season Opening Celebrations at Masa’s Bar + Grill. Check out our video recap here: Facebook or Instagram.
Lift Ticket Pricing
We continue to offer alpine lift tickets at 50% off through Friday, December 5.
Terrain Status
Over the weekend, thanks to the impressive work of our grooming team, snow making team, and others, we were able to open Sunbeam run and the Base Camp terrain park, both accessible from the Village Platter and Village Carpets. We expect Cowabunga (off the Village Platter) and the Learning Zone and Learning Platter (next to The Annex) to come online soon. For up-to-date lift and trail status, click here.
Our Nordic trail network remains closed; with the next good snowfall or two we should be able to get the groomer out there to start packing.
Snowmaking efforts are now focused on Sundance run, and will eventually move into the other zone of the terrain park and Powder Ventures Snow Cross Course.
Forecast for this week is calling for some decent snowfall. As the snow comes our teams will continue to assess the upper elevations on Tod Mountain. Keep those snow dances going!
Opening day confirmed for Thursday, November 27
Published November 26, 2025
Thanks to a tremendous effort by our snowmaking team and others, Sun Peaks Resort will open for the 2025-26 winter season on Thursday, November 27. We’re excited to kick off another season here in the mountains and welcome you back to celebrate winter with us during our Opening Weekend celebrations – details below.
Now the reality is, the weather has not been overly cooperative as of late, with milder than average temperatures and low snowfall throughout most areas of Western Canada. This means that we are opening with limited terrain for alpine skiing and riding and hope to open the Nordic trail network soon as well. With temperatures forecast to stay below our threshold of -2.5C for good snowmaking, our snowmaking system will continue pumping out the white stuff and we know that Mother Nature should show up in full force real soon!
Opening Day and Opening Weekend Celebrations
For Opening Day on Thursday, Sunburst Express and Elevation chairlifts will be operating from 9:00am to the public, providing access to Cahilty and 5 Mile runs. There will be some Learning Area access at the base area, details of which will be added to this update when confirmed. We’ll be offering cinnamon buns to our morning guests and celebrating the very first chairs of the season.
For Opening Weekend Celebrations on Saturday, November 29, our favourite annual events are back, including cinnamon buns and Harry Bear in the morning, Après & Ales at Masa’s Bar + Grill (3:00pm-6:00pm), plus the Teton Gravity Movie Premiere of Pressure Drop at 7:00pm at Masa’s.
OSV and Lower Chute runs are open only to race training athletes at this time, who have rented lanes for early season training. We thank them for choosing Sun Peaks as their training venue this season!
Early Season Conditions and Tickets
The snow surface is primarily from our snow making system and the base is not deep, so please expect early season conditions across all open areas. All other terrain and trails are closed to public at this time. It’s imperative to follow closures and do not venture across ropes or onto closed trails. This is for your safety and the safety of our teams.
Alpine lift tickets will be available at 50% off for our first few days of operations and pricing will be evaluated as we go. Guests who pre-purchased lift tickets between November 27 and 30 will receive an automatic refund for the difference from our Guest Services team.
Looking Ahead
We expect additional trails to open in the days to come. To stay updated on trail and terrain status, sign-up for our Daily Snow Report email, delivered each morning right to your Inbox.
Sun Peaks Opening Day Rescheduled to Thursday, November 27
Published November 18, 2025
Winter is ALMOST here! While Mother Nature has delivered, she seems to be on a short break at the moment. We’re patiently waiting for her to return and have had to reschedule Opening Day to Thursday, November 27, weather dependent.
Recent mild conditions have also meant that our snowmaking operations have been on a temporary pause, but the team is ready to kick back into action when the cooler temperatures arrive, which is forecasted for early next week. Long range weather forecasts are calling for a strong snow season in higher altitudes of the Northern hemisphere, including a weak La Niña. With a combination of natural and human-made snow, we’re staying positive about being back on the slopes for the winter 2025-26 season next week!
It's too early to say what terrain we will open with, an assessment will be made early next week and updates provided via this page, our Facebook and Instagram channels, and e-newsletter.
Guests who pre-purchased tickets, rentals or lessons for November 22 to 26 will receive an automatic full refund. For accommodation bookings, guests are encouraged to contact the property they booked with directly.
For our official press release regarding the rescheduled season opener, click here.