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Winter Safety & Risk Awareness

Patroller on skis with the sunrise

Stay Safe on the Mountain

Sun Peaks Resort is committed to your safety on the mountain. Skiing and snowboarding involve elements of risk that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Below are essential policies, tips, and procedures to help you enjoy our alpine playground safely.

For more information about ski-area safety practices, visit www.skisafety.ca.

Sun Peaks Patrol & On-Mountain Emergency

Based in the Health Centre building adjacent to Parking Lot 2 (P2), Sun Peaks Patrol provides emergency response across the resort's recreational areas.

Summer Operations

Patrol is primarily staged to respond within the lift-accessed bike park and hiking trails, but also provides emergency response on the Mt. Morrisey biking and hiking trails and golf course.

Winter Operations

Patrol provides emergency response across Tod Mountain, Sundance Mountain, Morrisey Mountain and the Nordic trail network.

If you are injured or witness an accident, contact Sun Peaks Patrol Dispatch immediately.

Tel: 250.578.5521
Email: dispatch@sunpeaksresort.com

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Exclusion of Liability - Assumption of Risk

Review Sun Peaks Resort’s exclusion of liability and assumption of risk terms, outlining responsibilities, protections and conditions for guests and visitors.

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Sun Peaks Resort Release Agreements

Review Sun Peaks Resort activity waivers before your visit. Waivers are signed during purchase or registration for applicable resort activities.

Alpine Responsibility Code - Skiers and Riders

Alpine and Nordic Responsibility Codes

Review the Sun Peaks Alpine and Nordic Responsibility Codes to help keep yourself and others safe while skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.

Skiers on a snowy chairlift ride through frosty trees at sunrise.

Chairlift Safety

For the safety of our guests and staff, we ask you to follow our tips for loading, riding and unloading all chairlifts at Sun Peaks Resort.

Snowboarder sliding on a rail at night with spectators nearby.

Terrain Park Safety and Etiquette

Learn terrain park safety and etiquette at Sun Peaks Resort. Understand park signage and follow Park SMART for a safe, fun ride.

Skier riding through powder with trees and a sunset in the background

Glade Skiing and Riding

Glade skiing offers thrilling off-trail runs but poses risks like tree wells and hidden obstacles. This guide covers safety tips, emergency procedures, and how to assist a partner.

Beacon Basin with mountain views

Sun Peaks Beacon Basin

Sun Peaks Beacon Basin is a dedicated area designed to help participants freshen up their avalanche companion rescue skills before heading out into the backcountry.

Backcountry Safety

Ski Resort Boundary & Backcountry Safety

Exploring backcountry terrain comes with both risk and reward. It’s important that you are well prepared when venturing out in the backcountry.

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Independent Snowmobile/ORV Use

Information on how to access snowmobile terrain/ORV from Sun Peaks.

Drone (UAV) Policy

Drone (UAV) Policy

Sun Peaks Resort prohibits the operation or use of unmanned aerial vehicles/drones by the general public, including recreational users and hobbyists.

Sun Peaks Resort Moves Toward a Smoke-Free Environment

Smoke-Free Environment

Enjoying the natural mountain environment is a primary motivating factor for our guests when visiting Sun Peaks Resort. For this reason, we implemented a smoke-free initiative for the mountain effective August 1, 2018.

Additional Safety Tips

Additional Safety Tips

Discover essential mountain safety tips, including Slow Zone rules, guidance for navigating snow cats and snowmobiles, and information on non-traditional sliding devices. Enjoy a safe and fun experience on the slopes!

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