Silver Star Mountain Resort

Welcome to Silver Star Mountain Resort, located in the interior of Super Natural British Columbia, Canada's skiing and snowboarding mecca. This Resort offers 115-plus runs on 3,065 skiable acres/1240 hectares, serviced by over 12 modern lifts. Most notably, Silver Star annually enjoys over 700 cm (23 feet) of light, dry, powder snow. Combine that with an average temperature of -5C (23F) and the result is truly unbelievable skiing and boarding. From easy, cruiser-friendly Vance Creek to expert-haven Putnam Creek, there is literally something for everyone. With its rare mid-mountain location, this uniquely colourful village offers a variety of fantastic ski-in, ski-out access.

Mountain Statistics Skiable Area 1,240 hectares (3,065 acres) Summit Elevation 1,915m (6,280’) Village Elevation 1,609m (5,280’) Skiable Vertical 760m (2,500’) Longest Run 8 km (5 miles) Trails 115 designated trails Types of Lifts 12 lifts total including a 6-passenger express chair lift, 2 high speed quads, 2 fixed grip quads, a double chair and 5 surface lifts Lift Capacity 14,000 riders per hour Annual Snowfall 700cm (23”) of powder Cross Country 105 kms of trails Sun On average over 2,000 hours of sunshine a year! Terrain Easiest 20%   More Difficult 50%   Most Difficult 20%   Extreme 10%

Annual Snowfall 700cms

Dining, Fun and Relaxation

Silver Star has a wide variety of dining options from casual comfort food to fine dining. Savour traditional Swiss cuisine, tasty pasta dishes and romantic casual dining overlooking the village. Silver Star also has some of the best on-mountain coffee bars with fresh baking every day.

For something different, climb aboard the twelve passenger snow-cat machine Paradise Express and travel from the village centre to Paradise Camp, a rustic cabin atop Silver Star’s Putnam Creek. The Express treks throughout the mountain under moonlit skies, giving you a true groomer’s perspective. Once at Paradise Camp, you will be greeted by friendly staff along with wonderful aromas emanating from the kitchen. Enjoy fine wines, tables lit by lanterns and a sumptuous a la carte menu offering a variety of fare sure to suit all palettes.

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Night Life

Whatever mood you are in, Silver Star has plenty of evening entertainment to suit you and your family. From rustic pub style bars and lounges to live entertainment at The Den Bistro & Bar, the only hard thing will be deciding what to choose.

Shopping

Why not stroll along the distinctive boardwalk and check out some quaint boutique shops for souvenirs? Be sure to visit Ski Dazzle and Valhalla for great deals on fashion wear and the latest equipment. There is even a grocery and liquor store in the heart of the village offering some of the renowned Okanagan Valley wines.

Attraction/Activities

There are so many exciting activities at Silver Star, you’ll want to extend your holiday just to fit them all in. Whether you want to test your prowess on the mountain, trying out "hero powder" on the double black diamond runs, or just relax beside a romantic stone fireplace, the choices are endless. At Adventure Park, you can speed downhill on truck-sized inner tubes, the kids can ride their own snowmobile and Brewer's Pond is ideal for a classic Canadian game of hockey or a leisurely ice skate. If you are looking for something different, why not view the scenery around Silver Star's beautiful village on a thrilling snowmobile ride through the picturesque snow covered trees? Or perhaps you’d prefer to discover the natural wilderness of the mountain on an unforgettable guided snowshoe tour or sleigh ride. Whatever you choose to do, you will have a fantastic time at this world class resort. Silver Star has something for everyone. Whether you want to relax, unwind or experience the thrill of the mountain, you’ll find it all at Silver Star. More...