Skiing in Idaho
Idaho is a ski destination in United States, part of the North America region, with 22 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 1,137m to 2,788m, giving a vertical range of 1,651m. Across the area there are 500km of prepared pistes. There are 966 runs in total - 254 easy, 365 intermediate, 335 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 88 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 2 gondolas and 55 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Sun Valley - Bald Mountain, Schweitzer Mountain Resort, Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area and Tamarack Resort. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €150 on average.
Ski Resorts in Idaho
22 ski resorts in Idaho
Bald Mountain Ski Area
Bald Mountain Ski Area is located amongst the vast Clearwater Mountains along the Gold Rush Historic Byway in North Central Idaho. Established in 1959, this 100% volunteer-run ski hill offers terrain for every level of skier and snowboarder.
Blizzard Mountain
Blizzard Mountain ski resort in United States. 11 runs, 6km of pistes, 1 lifts, 1704m - 1934m elevation.
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
Welcome to Bogus Basin, a nonprofit Mountain Recreation Area that is not your typical Ski Resort near Boise, Idaho. With year-round recreation, we’ve got something for everyone at Bogus Basin.
Brundage Mountain
Brundage Mountain Ski Resort is located high in the mountains of Central Idaho near McCall and is blessed with over 320 base area inches of annual snowfall.
Chipmunk Ski Hill
Chipmunk Ski Hill ski resort in United States. 2 runs, 1km of pistes, 1 lifts, 1966m - 2060m elevation.
Cottonwood Butte Ski Hill
Cottonwood Butte Ski Hill ski resort in United States. 6 runs, 4km of pistes, 1 lifts, 1472m - 1669m elevation.
Gateway Parks
We have the best home town tubing hills for tubing with your family and friends. Come out for an affordable and fun-filled afternoon close to home.
Kelly Canyon Ski Resort
Kelly Canyon Resort in Ririe, Idaho — skiing, snowboarding, night skiing, lift tickets, ski school, rentals, and summer activities like zip-lining. Your four-season mountain adventure awaits.
Little Ski Hill
Little Ski Hill – Affordable Skiing and snowboarding in McCall, Idaho. Enjoy 405 feet of vertical drop, night skiing, and a terrain park at Little Ski Hill, McCall
Magic Mountain Resort
Magic Mountain Ski Resort in Kimberly, ID offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing across 120 acres with 11 trails. Affordable winter fun for the whole family!
McCall Activity Barn
McCall Activity Barn ski resort in United States. 1 lifts, 1521m - 1544m elevation.
Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area
The Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area is a non-motorized winter recreation area located 39 miles northeast of Moscow on Highway 6 with approximately 20 miles of marked trails maintained by the club in partnership with the US Forest Service and the Palouse Divide Lodge.
Pebble Creek
Pebble Creek Ski Area is located in Inkom, Idaho. It features several lifts and is currently closed for the season.
Pomerelle Mountain Resort
Pomerelle Mountain Resort ski resort in United States. 47 runs, 21km of pistes, 3 lifts, 2353m - 2637m elevation.
Rotarun Ski Area
Located just three miles west of downtown Hailey, Idaho, the Rotarun Ski Area has been a community hub for local snow sports enthusiasts.
Schweitzer Mountain Resort
Schweitzer Mountain Resort, the largest Idaho Ski Resort. Enjoy skiing, biking, lodging and year-round activities. Book your ultimate adventure today!
Silver Mountain Resort
Enjoy a fun-filled Idaho vacation at Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg. Ski, snowboard, golf, splash in our indoor waterpark & more!
Snowhaven
Snowhaven Ski & Tubing Area offers skiing and tubing activities. It provides various passes including day passes for ages 7 & up and individual season passes, with free access for children aged 6 and below.
Soldier Mountain Ski Area
Soldier Mountain is a ski resort located in Fairfield, Idaho, operating under a special use permit by the US Forest Service on the Sawtooth National Forest. It offers backcountry experiences and cat skiing.
Sun Valley - Bald Mountain
Discover where luxury and adventure meet at Sun Valley Resort. Unforgettable experiences await. Experience the magic today.
Sun Valley - Dollar Mountain
Discover where luxury and adventure meet at Sun Valley Resort. Unforgettable experiences await. Experience the magic today.
Tamarack Resort
Tamarack Resort in Idaho is a premier all season ski resort offering skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, fine dining and modern lodging.
Idaho at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 22 resorts
Total Resorts
22
Total Piste km
904 km
Total Lifts
309
Elevation Range
1,137–2,788 m
Avg Day Pass
€150
Total Runs
966
Where to start in Idaho
Top picks across 2 categories
Best for beginners
- 1.Sun Valley - Dollar MountainVery good
- 2.Sun Valley - Bald MountainGood
Best value
- 1.Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation AreaExcellent
- 2.Pebble CreekExcellent
- 3.Schweitzer Mountain ResortExcellent
Top Resorts in Idaho
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCall Activity Barn | 353 | 23 | 1 |
| Sun Valley - Bald Mountain | 79 | 400 | 118 |
| Schweitzer Mountain Resort | 74 | 720 | 10 |
| Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area | 59 | 537 | 10 |
| Tamarack Resort | 58 | 800 | 7 |
| Brundage Mountain | 50 | 526 | 6 |
| Silver Mountain Resort | 38 | 623 | 7 |
| Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area | 32 | 25 | 2 |
| Little Ski Hill | 25 | 123 | 1 |
| Kelly Canyon Ski Resort | 24 | 269 | 5 |
Showing top 10 of 22 resorts - browse all below
Season Calendar - Idaho
When each resort is open for skiing
Plan Your Ski Holiday to Idaho
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