Sun Peaks Resort vs Whistler Blackcomb
Sun Peaks Resort and Whistler Blackcomb are neighbouring resorts in British Columbia - here is how they stack up for different kinds of skier.
Which should you choose?
Our verdict based on terrain, snow, and who each resort suits
Choose Whistler Blackcomb if...
you want cruisy red runs, you want challenging terrain or you're chasing powder off-piste.
Key stats compared
Head-to-head on the numbers that matter
| Stat | Sun Peaks Resort | Whistler Blackcomb |
|---|---|---|
| Piste | 154.3 km | 200 km |
| Vertical drop | 838 m | 1609 m |
| Lifts | 13 | 36 |
| Top elevation | 2093 m | 2284 m |
| Snow reliability | good snow | good snow |
| Snowiest month | December (~81cm) | December (~94cm) |
| Day pass | €150 | N/A |
Suitability - who each resort suits
How well each resort matches different types of skier
| Skier type | Sun Peaks Resort | Whistler Blackcomb |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | Good | Good |
| Intermediates | Very good | Excellent |
| Experts | Limited | Excellent |
| Off-piste | Not ideal | Very good |
| Terrain Park | Good | Limited |
| Families | Limited | Not ideal |
| Snow Confidence | Good | Good |
| Budget | Not ideal | Good |
Beginners
Sun Peaks Resort
Good
Whistler Blackcomb
Good
Intermediates
Sun Peaks Resort
Very good
Whistler Blackcomb
Excellent
Experts
Sun Peaks Resort
Limited
Whistler Blackcomb
Excellent
Off-piste
Sun Peaks Resort
Not ideal
Whistler Blackcomb
Very good
Terrain Park
Sun Peaks Resort
Good
Whistler Blackcomb
Limited
Families
Sun Peaks Resort
Limited
Whistler Blackcomb
Not ideal
Snow Confidence
Sun Peaks Resort
Good
Whistler Blackcomb
Good
Budget
Sun Peaks Resort
Not ideal
Whistler Blackcomb
Good