Sunday River

MAINE, EAST COAST USA

Highlights

• Top-tier destination for East Coast skiing
• Known for its incredible variety and reliable snow conditions
• 140 trails providing a mix of wide-open cruisers, steep glades and beginner-friendly slopes
• Skiers and snowboarders of all abilities can find terrain that suits them

Why choose this resort?

Known for its dependable snow record, Sunday River spans 884 acres of New England terrain across 8 interconnected mountain peaks, with 140 trails providing schools with plenty of choice. Laying claim to having in place the most powerful and technically advanced snowmaking system on the planet, Sunday River guarantees snow with 1,900 snow guns covering 95% of the resort’s ski area.

Activity off the slopes is almost as vast as the slopes themselves, with lodges offering excellent hospitality and in-resort après. With a season starting in early November and extending to late April, a trip to Sunday River is a great option for school ski groups seeking an extensive amount of terrain and North American charm. 

On the slopes

Novices will have plenty of room to develop their skills with 45 green circle runs alone. The ski schools of South Ridge ensure even the least confident skiers will be able to make progress throughout the week. 44 runs are set out for intermediates to discover, and once you start to grow in confidence, students can venture to the wide, award-winning cruisers of Lollapalooza and Excalibur.

If the more experienced skiers in your group are looking for a challenge, look no further than White Heat. Regarded as the longest, steepest, widest lift-serviced trail in the east, White Heat is one of Sunday River’s toughest and a must for all the experts in your party. The resort also offers up 31 black diamond and 20 double diamond runs to keep your expert skiers happy all week.

Sunday River is also home to 6 progressive terrain parks, an 18ft Superpipe and 35 acres of dedicated freestyle terrain, giving the snowboarders in your group plenty of space to perfect their tricks and board slides.

Travel details

London to Boston	7 hours
Boston to Sunday River	3 hours 30 mins
New York to Sunday River	7 hours

RESORT HEIGHT	240m
LIFT RANGE	240-960m
NUMBER OF LIFTS	19
SIZE OF PISTE	884 acres
NUMBER OF TRAILS	140
BEGINNER	32%
INTERMEDIATE	32%
ADVANCED	36%
SNOWMAKING	1900 snow cannons

River Lanes (Bowling & Arcade)

• The Experience: a prime spot for group competition and social interaction. It features modern bowling lanes and an extensive arcade area to keep students engaged.
• Dining: an on-site restaurant and bar serves a variety of pub favourites, making it a convenient one-stop shop for an evening out.
• Note: this is a popular local hub for families and teams, though we recommend pre-booking lanes for large groups to ensure the best experience.

The Gem Theater (Cinema & Pizza)

• The Experience: a cosy, community-oriented cinema that functions as a local cultural hub. It’s perfect for a more relaxed evening after a strenuous day on the slopes.
• Programming: they screen a curated mix of first-run blockbusters and independent films.
• Atmosphere: known for its casual and welcoming environment, the theatre also serves fresh pizza and drinks right during the show, offering a unique "dinner and a movie" setup for the students.