Sun Peaks vs Sun Valley
Comparing Sun Peaks (BC) and Sun Valley (ID) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks, BC
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$119
Season pass—
Sun Valley
Sun Valley, ID
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Sun Peaks | Sun Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $149 | Sun Peaks |
| Online (30+ days) | $119 | $89 | Sun Valley |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 220" | Sun Peaks |
| Skiable acres | 4,400 | 2,457 | Sun Peaks |
| Vertical drop | 2,952' | 3,400' | Sun Valley |
| Runs | 144 | 124 | Sun Peaks |
| Lifts | 13 | 17 | Sun Valley |
| Summit elevation | 7,001' | 9,150' | Sun Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 36% | Sun Valley |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 22% | Sun Peaks |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 6 min | Sun Peaks |
The Match
Sun Valley is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $119 entry). Sun Peaks is significantly bigger (4,400 vs 2,457 acres). Sun Peaks sees more snow (300" vs 220"). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.