Banff Sunshine vs Castle Mountain Resort

Banff Sunshine (Alberta) and Castle Mountain Resort (Alberta) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBanff SunshineCastle Mountain Resort
Vertical drop3,363 ft (1,025 m)2,789 ft (850 m)
Summit elevation8,812 ft7,411 ft
Base elevation5,453 ft4,623 ft
Lifts137
Runs155104
Beginner terrain21%25%
Intermediate terrain24%27%
Expert terrain55%48%
Night skiingNoNo

Banff Sunshine has the bigger vertical (3,363 ft vs 2,789 ft); Banff Sunshine has more runs (155 vs 104); Banff Sunshine skews more expert (55% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Banff SunshineIkon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days
Castle Mountain ResortIndy Pass: 2 days

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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