Another family favourite, Silver Star offers a charming ski-in/ski-out resort village, with brightly painted exterior finishes.
On the slopes you’ll enjoy an incredible selection of terrain spread over more than 3000 acres, which includes 115 runs over 3 mountain faces, 12 ski lifts, and of course all of this complemented with their yearly haul of 7+ metres of champagne powder each year!
• Skiable Terrain: 3,282 acres
• Number Of Runs: 132
• Summit: 1,915m
• Vertical: 760m
• Ski Season: Late November to Early April
• Annual Snowfall: 700cm +
• Longest Run: 8km
• Average Temp: 5C
• Trail Difficulty: 15% Beginner, 40% Intermediate, 35% Advanced, 10% Expert
• Lift System: 10 Total Including 1 High-Speed Six, 2 High-Speed Quads, 3 Quad Chairs, 1 Double Chair and 3 Surface Lifts
• Heli Skiing
• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
• Ice Skating
• Mini Sleds
• Snowmobile Tours
• Snowshoeing
• Fat Biking
• Tube Town
• Nordic Skiing
• Climbing Wall
Silver Star receives over 700cm of light, dry, fluffy powder each year
Silver Star experiences an average of -3C which is the perfect condition for snow sports
With its buildings painted vibrant colours ruminating its mining day history, creating a magical setting
Organised daily family events and activities, on and off the snow, day and night
A: The easiest way to get to SilverStar is with a transfer from Kelowna Airport into the resort. AMPED can organise your full journey for you, whether that is by shared shuttle or private transfer, making travel from arrival through to resort check-in as smooth and stress-free as possible.
A: SilverStar is a very all-round mountain that suits families, beginners, intermediate skiers and snowboarders, and more advanced travellers alike. It is especially appealing for people wanting a convenient village-based holiday, varied terrain, a relaxed atmosphere, and plenty to do both on and off the slopes.
A: Yes, SilverStar is one of those resorts where ski-in ski-out convenience is a real highlight. The pedestrian village itself is ski-in ski-out, and there is a strong range of accommodation either directly on the slopes or very close by, making it a great choice for families and anyone wanting maximum convenience. AMPED can then match your style of stay to whatever best suits your needs.
A: AMPED generally recommends staying in or near the main village for the best mix of ski-in ski-out convenience, restaurants, shops, and easy access to the lifts. For travellers wanting more space, SilverStar also has larger condos and homes around the village that work especially well for families and groups.
A: AMPED recommends booking your SilverStar snow holiday as early as possible once your dates are set. Ski-in ski-out accommodation is one of the resort’s biggest drawcards, so booking early gives you the best chance of securing your preferred travel dates, accommodation, transfers, lessons, lift passes, and rentals before availability starts to tighten.
A: Yes, SilverStar is a great option for beginners, with beginner-friendly terrain close to the village and a layout that makes learning feel easy and approachable. It is also a strong choice for mixed-ability groups, as the mountain offers a good spread of terrain for progression beyond those first few days on snow.
A: Yes, SilverStar is a fantastic family snow holiday destination. The resort has a strong family focus, with a pedestrian village, child-friendly learning areas, kids’ activities, and plenty to do beyond downhill skiing, while AMPED can help tailor the right accommodation and overall setup to suit your family’s needs.
A: Yes, especially for children, beginners, and peak-season travel. AMPED can organise your lessons before you travel so you have the best chance of securing lesson times and instructors that suit you, whether you are booking adult programs, children’s programs, or private tuition.
A: Yes. AMPED can organise and pre-book your SilverStar ski or snowboard rentals before you arrive, which is especially worthwhile for families, peak winter dates, or anyone wanting a smoother first day in resort. Having this sorted in advance helps get an important part of your holiday taken care of before you arrive.
A: Yes. AMPED can organise your SilverStar lift passes well ahead of travel, so everything is sorted before you arrive. Booking early helps make the start of your holiday smoother and means one more important part of your ski trip is already taken care of.
A: No, most travellers do not need a car in SilverStar. The village is pedestrian-friendly, there is a complimentary in-resort shuttle, and airport transfers can be arranged in advance, making it easy to enjoy the resort without the extra hassle of driving.
A: We usually recommend staying in SilverStar for 7 to 10 nights. This gives you enough time to enjoy the skiing at a relaxed pace, settle into the village, and make the most of everything the resort offers, including winter activities beyond skiing.
A: Yes, SilverStar has a good dining scene and a relaxed village atmosphere after skiing. It is a great fit for families, couples, and groups wanting restaurants, pubs, cafés, and après in an easy ski village setting, while still feeling more charming and village-focused than resorts where nightlife is a bigger part of the experience.
A: SilverStar stands out for its colourful pedestrian village, true ski-in ski-out convenience, and broad appeal for families and mixed-ability groups. It also offers much more than just skiing, with activities such as night skiing, tubing, skating, and one of Canada’s standout Nordic skiing networks adding to the overall experience.
