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, located in North Central Idaho, offers affordable winter fun for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Established in 1959, it was recently voted the Top Place to Snowboard across North America.
Blizzard Mountain
Blizzard Mountain is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 5.6 km of pistes served by one lift. The slopes run from 1,704 m to 1,934 m, a vertical drop of 230 m.
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 59 km of pistes served by 10 lifts, including 7 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,761 m to 2,298 m, a vertical drop of 537 m.
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: Rope tow/baby lift at the ski resort Chipmunk, Rope tow/baby lift with low rope tow
Cottonwood Butte Ski Hill
Family-friendly ski resort in Idaho, United States. 6 trails, 0 skiable acres.
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, ID. It features 5 ski lifts and is a popular destination for visitors.
Pomerelle Mountain Resort
Pomerelle Mountain Resort is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 21 km of pistes served by 3 lifts, including 2 chairlifts. The slopes run from 2,353 m to 2,637 m, a vertical drop of 284 m.
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 is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 74 km of pistes served by 10 lifts, including 8 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,207 m to 1,951 m, a vertical drop of 744 m.
Silver Mountain Resort
Silver Mountain Resort is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 38 km of pistes served by 7 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 5 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,275 m to 1,899 m, a vertical drop of 624 m.
Snowhaven
Snowhaven Ski & Tubing Area is a resort located in Grangeville, Idaho, offering ski and tubing activities with daily operating hours from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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
Sun Valley - Bald Mountain is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 79 km of pistes served by 12 lifts, including 1 gondola or cable car and 10 chairlifts. The slopes run from 1,753 m to 2,789 m, a vertical drop of 1,036 m.
Sun Valley - Dollar Mountain
Sun Valley - Dollar Mountain is a ski area in Idaho, United States. It has 129 lifts, including 4 chairlifts.
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
494 km
Total Lifts
214
Elevation Range
1,137–2,789 m
Avg Day Pass
US$149
Total Runs
966
Where to start in Idaho
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.Schweitzer Mountain ResortExcellent
- 2.Bald Mountain Ski AreaGood
- 3.Blizzard MountainGood
Top Resorts in Idaho
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley - Bald Mountain | 79 | 1,036 | 12 |
| Schweitzer Mountain Resort | 74 | 744 | 10 |
| Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area | 59 | 537 | 10 |
| Tamarack Resort | 58 | 853 | 7 |
| Brundage Mountain | 50 | 526 | 6 |
| Silver Mountain Resort | 38 | 623 | 7 |
| Kelly Canyon Ski Resort | 24 | 269 | 5 |
| Pebble Creek | 24 | 653 | 5 |
| Soldier Mountain Ski Area | 22 | 421 | 3 |
| Pomerelle Mountain Resort | 21 | 284 | 3 |
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Season Calendar - Idaho
When each resort is open for skiing
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