Getting To Sun Peaks Resort

Whether you drive yourself, take a shuttle, a train, or fly to Sun Peaks Resort you’ll enjoy the great views along the way.

Located 45 minutes from Kamloops in BC’s Interior, Sun Peaks is easily accessible from both Vancouver (4 ½ hours) and Seattle (6 ½ hours) on the scenic four-lane Coquihalla Highway, from Banff (7 ½ hours) on the Trans Canada Highway, and Jasper (5 hours) on the Yellowhead Highway. Kamloops Airport is serviced by two airlines, and there are regular shuttles from other ski resorts within B.C.

Driving

Driving from Vancouver

Take TRANS-CANADA Highway 1 eastbound from Vancouver. Choose the COQUIHALLA Highway to Kamloops. Approx. 3 ¼ – 3 ½ hours. Once into Kamloops, take the Highway 5 EXIT northbound to Jasper. Approx. 25 kilometers. Look for signs to Heffley Creek and Sun Peaks Resort and turn right into Heffley Creek. Turn left at the Heffley General Store. There is a directional sign for Sun Peaks here. Proceed along this two-lane road up the mountain… all the way to Sun Peaks Village. Approx. 30 minutes.
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Driving from Seattle

Take the I-5 NORTH to Bellingham. Exit on MERIDIAN STREET, heading east and north towards the Sumas border. Cross the border into Canada at Sumas and take the TRANS-CANADA Highway 1 eastbound for Hope. Please bring 2 pieces of identity papers to get easily through Canadian Customs. After Hope, you will be given the option of three highways: Choose the COQUIHALLA Highway to Kamloops. Approx. 2 ¾ hours.

Once into Kamloops, take the Highway 5 exit northbound to Jasper. Approx. 25 kilometers. Look for the signs to Heffley Creek and Sun Peaks and turn right into Heffley Creek. Turn left at the Heffley General Store. There is a directional sign for Sun Peaks here. Proceed along this two-lane road up the mountain… all the way to Sun Peaks Village! Approx. 25-30 minutes.

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Driving Times

Vancouver, BC – 5 hours

Whistler, BC – 4.5 hours

Hope, BC – 3 hours

Prince George, BC – 7.5 hours

Calgary, AB – 8 hours

Edmonton, AB – 10 hours

Seattle, WA – 6.5 hours

Shuttle Services

Shuttle Services are available for both Airport Transfers and for guests looking to combine their Sun Peaks holiday with another British Columbia ski resort

All shuttles must be reserved 48 hours in advance.

In-Resort Shuttle Service

Not bringing a car or don’t want to hassle of driving? No need to worry! During the winter months there is an in-resort shuttle service which runs from one end of the village to the other. the best part about it? – ITS FREE!

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Sun Star Shuttle

We are the leading shuttle service in the BC area and provide door-to-door airport shuttle and bus services for all group or event sizes. For all your group, event or convention needs, let Sun Star Shuttle assist you in all the transportation requirements. Businesses, sports groups, and friends and family can all benefit greatly from Sun Star Shuttles.

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Tastefull Excursions

In 2017, TasteFull Excursions was awarded the multi-year contract to become the official shuttle service provider on behalf of Canada’s second largest family ski destination: Sun Peaks Resort. This valued industry partnership provides service for up to as many as 200 people per day in the winter season transferring Sun Peaks’ guests, ski gear, luggage, and incidentals to/from the Kamloops Airport (YKA).

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Travel in Style

Limo

Special occasion or just want to treat yourself? Why not add a bit of jazz to your holiday and travel with River City Limo!

River City Limo offer an array of different options, from hourly rates, to packages and one way trips, to special occasions, as well as discount options for fixed term requirements.

With seating capacity of up to 11 passengers, plus space for luggage, they can get you where you need to go, including Sun Peaks. We can pick up and/or drop off at any local hotel at the resort, as well as from the airport.

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Boogie Bus

The Boogie Bus Shuttle is all about the adventure!

Great for your events such as Weddings, Stagettes, Golf tourneys, Christmas Parties, Family Reunions, Shopping Trips and the list goes on! The Boogie Bus can can hold up to 14 people. 

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Bear Country Office and Check-In Locations

Directions to our Office

The Bear Country Office is located in the Cahilty Lodge – #3220 Village Way, V0E 5N0, Sun Peaks.

Continue driving through the village until you reach the top of Creekside Way. Turn left at the stop sign. Cahilty is situated on your right hand side.

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Check In Locations

CAHILTY LODGE – For reservations at the Cahilty Lodge, 3220 Village Way, V0E 5N0, Sun Peaks

CONDOS, TOWNHOUSES, VACATION HOMES, FIRESIDE LODGE, KOOKABURRA LODGE – Please go directly to your booked unit. You will receive an email on the day of your check-in with the access codes to enter the unit. Please note, that check-in time is 4PM. You will receive the email as soon as your unit is ready. If you get lost, please call 250-578-6969.

Parking In Sun Peaks

**Please note that during winter height restrictions may vary slightly due to additional clearance for the snow

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Cahilty Lodge Parking

Parking stalls are available directly outside the hotel or underground parking on first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure you pay for your parking and retrieve a Yellow Parking Permit from our Front Desk Staff.

Cahilty Underground Max Height: 6′ 6″

Kookaburra Lodge Parking

There is underground parking at Kookaburra Lodge. Your stall number will match your unit number. No extra charge. Please display your yellow Bear Country pass at all times – This will be left in the unit for your arrival.

Underground Max Height: 7′

Fireside Lodge Parking

Parking spot directly outside the Lodge or underground parking on first-come, first-served basis. No Extra charge. Please display your yellow Bear Country pass at all times – This will be left in the unit for your arrival.

Underground Max Height: 7′

Crystal Forest Parking

The underground parking contains allocated parking stalls matching your unit number. If your unit provides a private garage, please enter the unit first and open garage from the inside. No Extra charge. For larger vehicles, there are a few outside stalls before entering the underground parking on a first come first served basis. Please display your yellow Bear Country pass at all times – This will be left in the unit for your arrival.

Underground Max Height: 7′ 9″

All other Complex’s Parking

Your unit will have either a private garage, underground parking and/or outside stall matching your unit number. No Extra charge. Please display your yellow Bear Country pass at all times – This will be left in the unit for your arrival.

Settlers Crossing: Underground Parking Stalls match unit number. Underground Max Height: 7′ 6″

Stone’s Throw: Underground Parking Stalls match unit number. Underground Max Height: 7′ 6″

Overflow Parking

If you have extra cars exceeding the stalls available for your unit, you may park in P5. This is managed by the Resort and you must use the QR code at the entrance to the car park to pay. P5 is near the Orient chairlift, opposite the entrance for Stones Throw/Echo Landing complex’s.

Day Parking Only

The resort manages FREE P2 parking directly besides the Village Day Lodge and Main Lift area. This is for day parking only, on a first come first served basis. Anyone parked here overnight will be towed at the car owner’s expense.

Electric Vehicles

If your unit has a private garage, you are welcome to use the standard plug points.

The Sun Peaks Level 2 EV Charging Station has been installed and is available for public use. It is located on the east side of the skating rink. Details and rates at: https://ca.chargepoint.com/charge_point