Best Sun Peaks Summer Activities - What to do in Sun Peaks Resort for affordable summer family - fun
There are so many Sun Peaks summer activities that appeal to all age, fitness and interest levels that it is hard to choose the best summer activity at Sun Peaks Resort after all the life bursts out in the spring.
Be sure to reserve your summer hiking and/or bike park lift passes early!
The 2023 summer season starts June 16th and will run 7 days a week through almost all of September, 10am - 7 pm until Sept. 4th, and then 10am - 5pm until Sept. 24. Market Days will continue on Sundays until October 8th.
Save 10% on bike rentals from McSporties just by mentioning BestSunPeaks when you book.
The earlier you pre-book your Sun Peaks lift passes, the more you save!
From leisurely cross country or alpine meadow mountain biking or hiking to extreme downhill thrills at one of the best up & coming bike parks in the world, Sun Peaks has something for everyone and makes for a great summer vacation destination. The summer of 2022 also saw Sundance Mountain opening with new lift-accessed bike trails as well as new free to ride trails and the summer of 2023 will have even more trails to explore
Sun Peaks typically enjoys sunny warm days and cool mountain nights which is perfect for an Okanagan holiday.
And better yet, when everyone else is raising their accommodation pricing for summer holidays, Sun Peaks offers low, low summer prices.
We also offer great nightly and weekly rates on our Best Sun Peaks condo or Best Sun Peaks Townhouse or other summer Sun Peaks accommodation anytime after the end of ski season so if you want a great deal and some stress relief come on up!
Sun Peaks offers a great climate, fantastic prices, easy access to so many activities, and a wonderful, safe family holiday destination - come on up and see for yourself.
Head up the hill to chill!
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Are you wondering about tent, RV or trailer camping at Sun Peaks Resort?
Check our BestSunPeaks condo or BestSunPeaks townhouse summer availability.
Check for discounted rates on Sun Peaks condos, townhouses and chalets.
Consider the many FREE Sun Peaks summer activities to keep your family vacation affordable.
Some of the most popular of the many Sun Peaks summer activities include:
Sun Peaks Summer Tours and Activities
- Sun Peaks Lake to Peak Adventure Package
- Voyageur Canoe Adventure tours - Exciting and Scenic (closed for summer of 2023)
- Sun Peaks area - Kamloops Winery Tours - Delicious and fun!
- Kamloops area craft beer tours - Yum!
- Stand Up Paddleboarding - lessons and rentals in the Sun Peaks / Kamloops area
- Sun Peaks pony rides, horse trail rides, horse riding lessons and carriage rides
- Sun Peaks indoor axe throwing - watch out!
- Sun Peaks Fly fishing lessons and charters - with Elevated Fishing - get out on the water and fish with a pro!
- Chase Canyon Ziplining tours - wheeeeeeeeee!!!! Closed for 2023
- More Sun Peaks Summer tours and activities to come
Sun Peaks Summer Sports & Recreational Activities
- Sun Peaks Resort Golf Course - highest elevation course in British Columbia and your balls go far!
- Sun Peaks 9 hole Disc Golf - elevated disc fun - coming June 2023
- Sun Peaks Whitecroft Waterfall - leisurely walk and nice to see
- Kamloops area golf courses - some of the best in BC
- Sun Peaks Go Karts - Gravity-fueled, fun and exciting (Sorry - CLOSED)
- Downhill biking and bike park - one of the best in the world! Get discounted bike park passes
- Cross-country biking trails - miles and miles of beautiful free or lift-accessed trails
- Sun Peaks eBike rentals - explore further and have fun doing it. Save 10% when you mention BestSunPeaks.
- Canoe rentals - explore beautiful McGillivray Lake
- Kayak rentals - also on McGillivray Lake, and it is beautiful
- Fishing and fly fishing lessons - loads of delicious trout in nearby lakes
- Downhill Mountain Cross Cart Go-Kart track - fuelled by gravity! Closed 2023 still due to COVID
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding - What SUP? Awesome Fun on water.
- Sun Peaks tennis and/or pickleball courts - two to love
- Small nearby sort of beach area (Heffley Lake)
- Day trip to the best beach near Sun Peaks - Riverside Park
- Community outdoor swimming pool (closed still 2023 for the construction of the new Sun Peaks Center)
- Alpine hiking with beautiful trails, vistas and meadows exploding with wildflower blossoms - save on passes
- Cross-country and Nordic pole hiking with miles of wonderful nature to explore
- Bungy zone - get a natural high! (Closed 2023 still due to covid)
- Photography - flora, wildlife, bears, lakes, vistas, and much more to capture
- Sun Peaks Spa treatments - massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, hydro-massages...
- Sun Peaks in-suite mobile massage
Horse rides at Sun Peaks- Kayaking or canoeing in the nearby lakes
- Horseback riding in the surrounding Sun Peaks hills and valleys
- Geocaching
- White water rafting in nearby Chase
- Day trip to visit the BC Wildlife Park in Kamloops
- Sun Peaks summer day trip to beautiful Wells Grey Provincial Park (go chasing waterfalls)
- and of course relaxing at one of the local 'watering holes' or Best Sun Peaks Bars & Patios at Sun Peaks Resort.
Sun Peaks Free Summer Concert Series - TBD
Sun Peaks free outdoor summer concert seriesFor the summer of 2020 and beyond, it appears that there won't be any major free summer concerts. However, Sun Peaks has a number of other free, live music events happening with other small bands and musicians - more details in the calendar of summer events below. Check with the Sun Peaks Summer Activities Calendar for up-to-date info.
The 12th Annual Retro Concert Weekend featuring three days of serious retro rock and roll at beautiful Sun Peaks Resort is back for 2023! This August 25-27 weekend of outdoor tribute band performances is a favorite among local residents and guests.
This popular and very fun summer weekend of outdoor tribute band performances is a favorite. Plan a weekend of great outdoor summer activities in beautiful Sun Peaks and take in these free summer concerts. Great Sun Peaks accommodation options available direct from owner (save 10-20%).
Consider stopping and exploring the Othello Tunnels while traveling to or from Sun Peaks
Book our Stone's Throw Best Sun Peaks condo or Trapper's Landing Sun Peaks townhouse early as these weekends are becoming very popular, along with these other Sun Peaks Vacation Rentals by Owners.
Check for other discounted Sun Peaks accommodation options
Click for more details about the fun, entertaining and FREE Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Sun Peaks Resort.
Summer Rentals & Lessons
- Mountain bikes and bike park lessons
- Sun Peaks eBike (electric pedal assist) rentals - explore more and save 10%
- Shred Hard Bike Park Lessons and Ladies Only Weekend
- Sun Peaks Stand Up Paddleboard lessons and rentals
- Canoe or kayak rentals
- Horseback riding lessons
Other Summer Weekly and Weekend Activities
Summer activities at Sun Peaks offer incredible outdoor recreational activities seven days a week, and every weekend during the summer there are scheduled events and activities with something for everyone and every age. And if you need equipment, there are lots of Sun Peaks equipment rentals options
Just some of the Sun Peaks Summer scheduled events include (check the resort website in case of changes and due to COVID or staff shortages related cancellations and postponements):
Summer 2023 (more events coming as the season progresses)
May 6 - 7 - Bloom Alpine Wellness Festival
May 14 - Mother's Day Bendy Brunch
Late May - Sun Peaks Golf Course opens depending on conditions
June 10 - 5K Foam Fest - good, clean, family-fun!
June 18 - Oct. 8th - Start of weekly Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Markets
June 16-18 weekend - lifts start for Sun Peaks summer hiking and biking - remember to pre-order lift passes
June 18 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
June 25 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
June 25 - 'Nourish' - mini-retreat with Sun Peaks Yoga
July 1 Weekend - Canada Day Celebrations
July 1 - Live music with Maritime Kitchen Party 5-6:30 pm
July 1 - Live music with Soul Patch 8-9:30 pm
July 2 - Farmers & Artisan Market
July 3 to 9 - Take a kid to the golf course week - kids golf for free (conditions apply)
July 7 - First Friday with live music, patio specials & activities
July 7 - First Friday Artisan Evening Market 4-7pm
July 9 - Sun Peaks Market Day
July 16 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
July 16 - Live music with Jana Seale
July 21 - Live music with Zuffalo
July 23 - Sun Peaks Market Day
July 30 - Sun Peaks Market Day
Aug 4 - First Friday Artisan Market, live music & activities
Aug 4 - Live music with the Yellow Brick Road Experience (Elton John tribute band)
Aug 6 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Aug 13 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Aug 18-20 - Canada Cup Dunbar Summer Series Finals & BC Cup in the bike park
Aug 19 - live music with Sister Speak
Aug 20 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Aug 25-27 - 12th Annual Retro Concert Weekend
Aug 27 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Sept 1 - First Friday Artisan Markets, live music and other events & activities
Sep 3 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Sep 9 - Fall Festival Weekend with lots of family-friendly activities
Sep 10 - Dirty Feet Beat the Buzzer Backyard Ultra race
Sep 10 - Sun Peaks Market Day
Sep 17 - Sun Peaks Market Day
Sep 23-24 - We are One - Canadian Enduro Series in the bike park
Sep 24 - Sun Peaks & Region Summer Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Sep 24 - final day of lift accessed hiking and mountain biking
Oct 1 - Sun Peaks & Region Fall Market Day
Oct 8 - Final Sun Peaks & Region Fall Farmer's & Artisan's Market and final day of the season
Cheers from Best Sun Peaks!Our private hot tub is running all season long so don't forget to book the Best Sun Peaks condo or Best Sun Peaks luxurious townhouse for your ultimate Sun Peaks Summer Vacation with so many Sun Peaks summer activities to enjoy!
Book ahead for a Sun Peaks spa session or even arrange to have a Sun Peaks Mobile Massage come to you after an enjoyable Sun Peaks area winery or craft beer tour!
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