The Best Information About Sun Valley

If you’re looking to plan a winter ski vacation, head to Sun Valley in the northern Rocky Mountains of Idaho. Hailed as one of the best ski mountains in the United States, Sun Valley’s Bald Mountain offers 3,400 vertical feet with 14 lifts and 65 runs—the longest is three miles. The Sun Valley area also features a wealth of summer activities, from hiking and horseback riding on Bald Mountain, rafting down the Salmon River, fly fishing along countless creeks and biking on more than 30 miles of paved trails.

Be sure to explore Sun Valley’s downtown area, where you’ll discover a thriving arts community; check out the monthly gallery walks to see new local works. Sun Valley also offers diverse festivals throughout the year including the Sun Valley Food & Wine Festival in June and the Trailing of the Sheep Festival (a parade of 2,000 sheep) in October.