Lift-served resort · Canadian Rockies

Banff Sunshine Village

High alpine skiing on the Continental Divide, with a gondola approach and an on-mountain hotel. A strong choice for a longer Banff-based trip.

Banff Sunshine Village winter skiing destination
Photo: Banff Sunshine Village
Mountain setting
Continental Divide
Terrain
Alpine bowls & groomers
Stay option
Sunshine Mountain Lodge
Trip base
Banff

Plan your visit

Mountain range
Canadian Rockies
Who it suits
Mixed abilities; check lessons and terrain.
Trip format
Day tickets; arrange accommodation separately.
Season
Typically November–May; check scheduled opening and closing dates.
Getting there
Road or resort shuttle to the gondola base. Check the last gondola if staying on the mountain.
Map location
Sunshine base, near Banff · approximate planning location, not a ski boundary.

Trail maps

Published maps are for orientation. Check current openings and closures with the operator; backcountry access is selected by guides each day.

Sources & trip details

Reviewed 4 October 2026. Figures come from operator publications and are not live conditions. Resort acres and backcountry tenures measure different things. Confirm current dates, prices, access and operating details before booking.