Winter and Summer Fun at Sunrise Park Resort

Located in Arizona’s White Mountains, Sunrise Park Resort offers outdoor adventures throughout the year.

Winter Activities

Winter activities at Sunrise Park Resort offer fun for a variety of ages and skill levels.

Skiing and Snowboarding

Skiers and snowboarders can take lessons through the Mountain Learning Center or bring their own equipment to explore the mountain. 

• Terrain: Ski trails range from green beginner runs to double-black-diamond runs. Snowboarders can choose from beginner, intermediate, and advanced terrain.
• Lessons: Lessons for both skiing and snowboarding are available for children and adults at a variety of skill levels.
• Rentals: Full ski and snowboard packages and individual equipment rentals are available at the resort.

Snow Tubing

Snow tubing offers a simple way for visitors to enjoy the mountain without needing skiing or snowboarding experience. 

• Age Requirement: Snow tubing is available to guests ages 6 and older.
• Sessions: The resort offers scheduled 90-minute tubing sessions on Saturdays and Sundays during the winter season.
• Equipment: Guests must use tubes provided by Sunrise, and each person rides in their own tube.
• Planning: Tickets are date- and time-specific, so select your session carefully when booking.

Ski Bikes

Ski biking, also called skibobbing, combines the basic design of a bicycle with skis instead of wheels. 

• Age: Ski bike lessons are available for guests ages 13 and older.
• Certification: First-time ski bike riders must complete a safety certification before loading the lifts.
• Rentals: Ski bikes are available to rent at the resort, with availability subject to change.
• Personal Equipment: Guests bringing their own ski bike must have it inspected by resort staff.

Alpine Coaster

The Sunrise Apache Alpine Coaster delivers a different kind of winter adventure. Individual carts allow riders to control their speed with a hand brake while enjoying drops, turns, and mountain views. 

• Track: The coaster features 3,287 feet of track with a 207-foot elevation change.
• Speed: Individual carts can reach speeds of up to 25 mph.
• Riders: Children can ride with a parent when they meet the applicable height requirements.
• Requirements: Riders must be at least 54 inches tall to drive, while passengers must be at least 38 inches tall.

Summer Activities

When the snow melts, Sunrise Park Resort becomes a mountain playground for thrill seekers, families, and anyone looking for a cool escape from Arizona’s summer heat.

Summer Tubing

Sunrise’s summer tubing hill provides a fast-paced alternative to traditional winter tubing. 

• Age: Summer tubing is available to guests ages 6 and older.
• Lanes: The hill features three tubing lanes.
• Lift: A Pony Double chairlift carries tubers to the top of the hill.
• Tickets: Current summer pricing is $21 for youth ages 6-17 and $26 for adults.

Downhill Mountain Biking

Sunrise is home to Arizona’s only lift-served downhill mountain biking trails, with several difficulty options available. 

• Lift Access: Riders can use the resort lifts to reach the mountain bike trails.
• Rentals: Specialized mountain bikes are available to rent, with several models offered.
• Safety: Helmets are required, while full-face helmets and protective pads are recommended.
• Passes: Visitors can purchase daily or seasonal mountain bike passes.

Zip Line

The course begins at about 10,000 feet above sea level and includes multiple zip lines, a suspension bridge, and the Apache High Flyer. 

• Apache High Flyer: The tandem zip lines stretch 2,300 feet and can reach speeds of more than 50 mph.
• Weight Requirement: Riders must weigh between 70 and 230 pounds.
• Reservations: Reservations are required for the Apache High Flyer.
• Add-On: The Apache High Flyer can be added to an Adventure Pass, while the full zip line tour is also available as an add-on.

Adventure Pass

The Summer Adventure Pass is a convenient option for visitors who want to experience several attractions during one trip. 

• Included Activities: The pass covers multiple attractions, including summer tubing, the coaster, scenic lift, climbing wall, disc golf, and more.
• Mountain Biking: Mountain biking is included, but rental bikes are an additional cost.
• Zip Line: The Apache High Flyer and full zip line tour can be added for an additional fee.