Resort Comparison
Sun ValleyvsNorthstar California
Sun Valley
Sawtooth Range, United States
Northstar California
Sierra Nevada, United States
Key Statistics
Sun Valley
Stat
Northstar California
145 kmBest
Total Piste
100 km
18
Total Lifts
Best20
2,799mBest
Peak Altitude
2,624m
1,750m
Base Altitude
Best1,930m
7/10
Snow Reliability
7/10
★★★★☆
Family Rating
Best★★★★★
★★★☆☆
Value Rating
★★★☆☆
15mBest
Transfer Time
45m
Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN)
Nearest Airport
Reno-Tahoe International (RNO)
Category Scores
Sun Valley
Northstar California
Terrain Variety
8
Snow Reliability
7
Lift System
8
Family Friendliness
8
Apres-Ski
8
Off-Piste
7
Beginner Suitability
8
Intermediate Terrain
9
Advanced Terrain
8
Value for Money
5
Accommodation
9
Dining
8
Accessibility
9
Scenery & Charm
9
Ski School
8
The Verdict
Sun Valley wins on
- Terrain Variety
- Apres-Ski
- Off-Piste
- Intermediate Terrain
- Advanced Terrain
- Accessibility
- Scenery & Charm
7category wins
Northstar California wins on
- Family Friendliness
- Beginner Suitability
- Ski School
3category wins
Tied categories (5)
Snow ReliabilityLift SystemValue for MoneyAccommodationDining
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