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🇨🇦

Alberta, Canada

Banff Sunshine Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early November

Season dates, 145 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

8,954ft

Peak Elevation

3,514ft

Vertical Drop

145

Trails

360"

Annual Snow

Overview

Banff Sunshine is a ski resort in Alberta, Canada, with an elevation range from 5,440ft (1658m) to 8,954ft (2729m). The vertical drop is 3,514ft (1071m) across 145 trails served by 12 lifts and 3,358 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Calgary International (YYC), about 110 minutes away by car. Banff Sunshine receives an average of 360 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early November to Late May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Early NovemberCloses: Late May
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

80cm(31in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Banff Sunshine's snowiest peak-season month.

360"

Annual Snowfall

(914cm)

-7°C

February Avg High

-17°C

February Avg Low

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

360"

annual avg

75
Jan
80
Feb
70
Mar
45
Apr
15
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
8
Oct
50
Nov
65
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

145

Total Trails

12

Lifts

3,358

Skiable Acres

3,514ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%
Beginner: 29 trails
55%
Intermediate: 80 trails
20%
Advanced: 29 trails
Expert: 7 trails
20%Beginner (29)
55%Intermediate (80)
20%Advanced (29)
5%Expert (7)

Banff Sunshine has 145 trails: 20% green, 55% blue, 20% black, and 5% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

12

Total Lifts

3,514ft

Vertical Drop

1,071m

(3,514ft)

Elevation Profile

8,954ft

Peak

5,440ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$135

avg/day

$149
Jan
$149
Feb
$135
Mar
$125
Apr
$109
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$119
Nov
$159
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($109)

Best Month to Visit Banff Sunshine

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsPeak conditions
78
score
75cm
Low
$149/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Banff Sunshine, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 75cm. Crowd levels are low.

Runner-Up

February

80cm snow, moderate crowds, $149/day.

Best Value

May

$109/day, 15cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

75cm

snowfall

-9°/-20°

high/low °C

crowds

$149

day pass

February

Peak Season

80cm

snowfall

-7°/-17°

high/low °C

crowds

$149

day pass

March

Open

70cm

snowfall

-2°/-12°

high/low °C

crowds

$135

day pass

April

Open

45cm

snowfall

3°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$125

day pass

May

Late Season

15cm

snowfall

9°/0°

high/low °C

crowds

$109

day pass

November

Early Season

50cm

snowfall

-4°/-14°

high/low °C

crowds

$119

day pass

December

Open

65cm

snowfall

-7°/-18°

high/low °C

crowds

$159

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Banff Sunshine.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$135

per day

Season Pass

$1,099

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Banff Sunshine is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Banff Sunshine

Nearest Airport

Calgary International (YYC)

Approx. 110 min drive

Location

Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦

51.0767°N, 115.7691°W

The drive from Calgary International to Banff Sunshine takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Banff Sunshine open for the season?
Banff Sunshine typically opens in Early November and closes in Late May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Banff Sunshine?
A day lift pass at Banff Sunshine starts at $135 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Banff Sunshine good for beginners?
Banff Sunshine has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Banff Sunshine get per year?
Banff Sunshine receives an average of 360 inches of snowfall per year. The resort relies entirely on natural snowfall; snowmaking coverage is 0%.
What is the best month to ski at Banff Sunshine?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Banff Sunshine in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 75cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
5,440 - 8,954ft
Vertical Drop
3,514ft (1071m)
Trails
145
Lifts
12
Skiable Acres
3,358
Annual Snowfall
360" (914cm)
Season
Early November - Late May
Day Pass
$135
Nearest Airport
YYC (110min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprMayNovDec

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Ikon