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'''Sun Peaks Resort''' is a year round [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/plan-your-trip/why-sun-peaks ski resort]located approximately 50 km  (a 45 minute drive) northeast of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. The village is surrounded by three mountains: Tod Mountain, Mount Morrisey, and Sundance Mountain. <br><br>[http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/winter/activities BC winter] activities include: downhill skiing, snowboarding, [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/winter/nordic cross country skiing holidays] and snowshoeing. <br><br>[http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/activities BC summer] activities include: downhill mountain biking, [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/hiking bc hiking trails] and [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/golf golf vacations]. <br><br> Sun Peaks Resort also attracts foodies with a wide selection of restaurants and annual food and wine festivals.
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'''Sun Peaks Resort''' is a year round [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/plan-your-trip/why-sun-peaks ski resort]located approximately 50 km  (a 45 minute drive) northeast of Kamloops, in beautiful British Columbia’s sunny interior.  And only a 4-hour drive, or quick flight, from Vancouver. The resort’s unique geographic location annually receives six metres of light, dry snow and, ironically, 2,000 hours of sunshine too! Can you say, “bluebird powder days?”
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Sun Peaks is located in beautiful British Columbia’s sunny interior, just a 4-hour drive, or quick flight, from Vancouver. The resort’s unique geographic location annually receives six metres of light, dry snow and, ironically, 2,000 hours of sunshine too! Can you say, “bluebird powder days?” We certainly can.
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From the rough and tumble days of Tod Mountain, Sun Peaks has evolved into one of the leading ski experiences in Canada. The resort offers surprising diversity across its three unique mountains: Tod Mountain, Mount Morrisey, and Sundance Mountain. Gladed areas. Bumps. Steeps. Long cruisers. Alpine bowls. Progressive park. It’s all here, and the closest you’ll get to another person is on the chairlift.<br><br>
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From the rough and tumble days of Tod Mountain, Sun Peaks has evolved into one of the leading ski experiences in Canada. The resort offers surprising diversity across its three unique mountains. Gladed areas. Bumps. Steeps. Long cruisers. Alpine bowls. Progressive park. It’s all here, and the closest you’ll get to another person is on the chairlift.
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[http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/winter/activities BC winter] activities include: downhill skiing, snowboarding, [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/winter/nordic cross country skiing holidays] and snowshoeing. <br><br>[http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/activities BC summer] activities include: downhill mountain biking, [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/hiking bc hiking trails] and [http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/summer/golf golf vacations]. <br><br> Sun Peaks Resort also attracts foodies with a wide selection of restaurants and annual food and wine festivals.  
    
   
 
   
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We all know the importance of a family that skis together, stays together. Because there is an easy run off every chairlift, families get optimal together-time on the slopes.
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== The Village, a Genuine Community ==
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How can one describe the village vibe? The welcoming personality of Sun Peaks is truly infectious. The resort is more than a fourseason mountain retreat; it’s a vibrant community that many guests have chosen to call home. Discover for yourself why the resort generates BC’s most loyal and proud ambassadors.
 
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Need to augment your alpine getaway with a little cardio? Well, we’ve got that too. Discover over 50 kilometres of both backcountry and track-set cross country trails. Although our high altitude Nordic experience is understated, it’s definitely worth exploring.
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How can one describe our vibe? The welcoming personality of Sun Peaks is truly infectious. The resort is more than a fourseason mountain retreat; it’s a vibrant community that many guests have chosen to call home. Discover for yourself why the resort generates BC’s most loyal and proud ambassadors.
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Modern, yet attractively quaint, Sun Peaks is truly family-focused and was created with total convenience in mind. Nestled at the base of the lifts, in the heart of the resort, lies the picturesque ski-through village. The compact hamlet of 7,000 beds features covered walkways, appealing hotels, unique boutique shops,intimate cafés, and comfortable restaurants that offer diverse culinary options. To enjoy it all you needn’t worry about having a
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vehicle since everything is within easy walking distance. If you do bring a car, simply park and forget all about it.
      
   
 
   
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Modern, yet attractively quaint, Sun Peaks is truly family-focused and was created with total convenience in mind. Nestled at the base of the lifts, in the heart of the resort, lies the picturesque ski-through village. The compact hamlet of 7,000 beds features covered walkways, appealing hotels, unique boutique shops,intimate cafés, and comfortable restaurants that offer diverse culinary options. To enjoy it all you needn’t worry about having a vehicle since everything is within easy walking distance. If you do bring a car, simply park and forget all about it.
    
Get to know our local characters who always deliver genuine ‘Peaks’ hospitality; guests are truly appreciated here. From the good-natured Sun Guides who reveal the mountains’ lines and stashes, to the dedicated business owners who personally serve you, each recognize the importance of providing you with your finest vacation experience. And, as a mountain community, we all enjoy sharing life’s simple pleasures: first tracks on a powder day, casual drinks by a cozy fire, friendly chairlift conversations, silly photos, and sporting the best goggle tan.
 
Get to know our local characters who always deliver genuine ‘Peaks’ hospitality; guests are truly appreciated here. From the good-natured Sun Guides who reveal the mountains’ lines and stashes, to the dedicated business owners who personally serve you, each recognize the importance of providing you with your finest vacation experience. And, as a mountain community, we all enjoy sharing life’s simple pleasures: first tracks on a powder day, casual drinks by a cozy fire, friendly chairlift conversations, silly photos, and sporting the best goggle tan.
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We believe your vacation is all about you. Getaways to Sun Peaks Resort are uncomplicated and always promise true relaxation and overall enjoyment.
 
We believe your vacation is all about you. Getaways to Sun Peaks Resort are uncomplicated and always promise true relaxation and overall enjoyment.
    
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== History ==
 
== History ==
 
In 1961, Sun Peaks Resort, then known as Tod Mountain, began with a single chairlift, the Burfield. The Burfield was at the time the longest chairlift in North America!  At the time there were very few amenities.  The current log-structure administrative building at the foot of the Burfield chair was Tod Mountain's restaurant, lodge, and mountain ticket sales centre all in one.  In 1968 the Burfield chairlift was damaged by fire and  did not reopen until December 1970.  
 
In 1961, Sun Peaks Resort, then known as Tod Mountain, began with a single chairlift, the Burfield. The Burfield was at the time the longest chairlift in North America!  At the time there were very few amenities.  The current log-structure administrative building at the foot of the Burfield chair was Tod Mountain's restaurant, lodge, and mountain ticket sales centre all in one.  In 1968 the Burfield chairlift was damaged by fire and  did not reopen until December 1970.  
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