Sunshine Valley Ski Resort

Sunshine boasts "Canada's best snow," and it is one of the few resort operators that does not require snow making equipment—all the white stuff is real. Twelve lift systems bring skiers of all abilities to any of 91 runs spread out over 3 mountains. Some of the runs are the steepest in the Canadian Rockies. For beginners, Sunshine offers rentals and lessons, and Sunshine Inn is one of the country's best ski lodges.