Sunday River is a ski resort located in Maine, United States, sitting at an elevation range of 800ft (244m) to 3,150ft (960m). With a vertical drop of 2,340ft (713m), the resort offers 135 trails served by 18 lifts across 870 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Portland International Jetport (PWM), approximately 90 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 167 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 95% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Late October to Early May
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
40cm
Snow Depth
(16")
-8°C
-18°C to -8°C
(0°F / 18°F)
167"
Annual Snowfall
(424cm)
95%
Snowmaking
coverage
167"
annual avg
135
Total Trails
18
Lifts
870
Skiable Acres
2,340ft
Vertical Drop
Sunday River offers a balanced mix of terrain with 28% beginner, 36% intermediate, 25% advanced, and 11% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
18
Total Lifts
2,340ft
Vertical Drop
713m
(2,340ft)
3,150ft
Peak
800ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$112
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Sunday River. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Lines are short and the mountain feels spacious.
February
38cm snow, moderate crowds, $132/day
May
$89/day, 3cm snow, very low crowds
40cm
snowfall
-8°/-18°
high/low °C
crowds
$129
day pass
38cm
snowfall
-6°/-16°
high/low °C
crowds
$132
day pass
35cm
snowfall
-1°/-10°
high/low °C
crowds
$119
day pass
10cm
snowfall
7°/-2°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
3cm
snowfall
14°/4°
high/low °C
crowds
$89
day pass
10cm
snowfall
9°/0°
high/low °C
crowds
$95
day pass
25cm
snowfall
2°/-7°
high/low °C
crowds
$105
day pass
40cm
snowfall
-5°/-15°
high/low °C
crowds
$129
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Sunday River.
Adult Day Pass
$119
per day
Season Pass
$399
full season
Day pass pricing at Sunday River varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Sunday River is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Portland International Jetport (PWM)
Approx. 90 min drive
Maine, United States 🇺🇸
44.4675°N, 70.8567°W
The drive from Portland International Jetport to Sunday River takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Sunday River offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $80 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $150-300 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $500 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.