Hikers on a wildflower-covered hill at sunset, with distant mountains.

The biggest secret of the summer

Despite being Canada’s second largest ski resort, Sun Peaks remains one of British Columbia’s best kept summer secrets: a big, glorious mountain playground with bright summer energy and laid-back locals. Whether your day begins on a chairlift and ends in a hot tub—or the other way around—we know how to amp up and chill out: Morning bike park laps and post-ride poolside naps. Alpine wildflower hikes and concerts and pints. Take it up a notch with a concert in BC’s largest covered outdoor live music venue.

Outdoor concert at dusk, crowd seated on grass, stage lights glowing.

Your chill summer soundtrack.

Summer in the Sun Peaks mountains is animated by live music, multi-day festivals, and special events of all shapes and sizes that your whole crew will love. Get your groove on with some of Canada's top musicians playing on four different stages, including Canada's largest covered outdoor live music venue at the Sun Peaks Centre. Plan your visit around one of the flagship festivals like Speed Week or Paws in the Peaks, or line it up to watch your favourite athletes competing in our mountain playground. See the full summer events calendar.

Couple viewing classic cars during Speed Week in the Sun Peaks village

Festivals & Featured Events

Featured Summer Events coming soon!

Hikers walking up a sunlit grassy hill with wildflowers.

The Secret to Summer Leads Here.

Ride the chairlift up to experience 360-degree alpine views, and hiking trails that range from relaxing strolls to exhilarating summits.

2025 Sunburst Chairlift Operations:

  • June 14 to September 1, Daily, 10:00am to 7:00pm
  • September 2 to 28, Daily, 10:00am to 5:00pm

Hiking & Trail Running

*Trail and chairlift hours may vary due to changing weather/conditions.

Cyclists on mountain trail, surrounded by wildflowers and tall trees, sun in the sky.

All the riding. None of the crowds.

The Bike Park provides lift access to downhill and trail riding on both Tod and Sundance mountains, and alpine loops featuring panoramic views. Mt. Morrisey is home to a pedal-access cross country network, and family-friendly valley trail routes connect neighbourhoods throughout the Sun Peaks community.

Winding bike trail through a lush forest under a ski lift.

Sun Peaks Bike Park 2025 Operations:

  • June 14 to September 1, Daily, 10:00am to 7:00pm
  • September 2 to 28, Daily, 10:00am to 5:00pm

*Trail and chairlift hours may vary due to changing weather/conditions.

Sun Peaks Bike Park Trails

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Valley & Mt. Morrisey Trails

The Sun Peaks valley trail is open year-round, and suitable for riding as weather conditions allow. The Mt. Morrisey trails are curated by the Sun Peaks Recreational Trail Association and updated seasonally on Trailforks.

Valley Trail Routes Mt. Morrisey Trails

Mountain resort pool with children playing under a clear blue sky.

From trail-side to pool-side in minutes

The Sun Peaks Village

Filled with restaurants, cafés, shops and more, the Sun Peaks village is your launchpad for summer activities your whole family can enjoy! Wander through the pedestrian-only walkway and take it all in. Your taste buds will be pleasantly surprised at every turn, and you can shop for outdoor gear or browse locally-owned shops and galleries. Pick up snacks from the markets or book your paddle-board rentals for McGillivray Lake.

Golfer swinging on a sunny course surrounded by tall trees.

Elevate your game at BC's highest golf course

Surrounded by natural foliage and panoramic mountain views, the challenging yet rewarding par 72 Graham Cooke designed course is centred along the valley floor between three surrounding mountains. With greens located at 1,200 metres above sea level and the highest tee in the province at 1,333 metres, Sun Peaks weighs in as British Columbia’s highest 18-hole golf course.

2025 Golf Course Operations:
May 16 to September 28

Sun Peaks Golf Course Book a tee time

sun peaks village at night

PLACES TO STAY

Sun Peaks offers a variety of accommodation options, from hotels and lodges to private condos and townhomes, to chalets and suites.

Stroll through the pedestrian village where everything is centrally located, and walk or ride right from your favourite trails to bars, restaurants, cafe, shops or your accommodation. Central location options close to summer chairlifts are available in a large variety of accommodations in Sun Peaks.

friends biking in sun peaks

Getting to Sun Peaks

Located in the heart of British Columbia, Sun Peaks is only a 45-minute drive from Kamloops and less than an hour by air from Vancouver and Calgary International airports. 

Find out how to get to sun peaks

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