Sun Valley, ID

Travel Guide

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Photo provided by Visit Sun Valley/Tory Taglio

In winter, spring, summer or fall, visit this remarkable Idaho valley for exciting sun or snow sports or quiet mountain escapes.

Sun Valley offers rewarding family-friendly experiences year-round. Pursue outdoor activities from spring through fall in the beautiful sun-drenched mountain setting. Come in winter to test your skills on world-renowned ski slopes.

Follow endless hiking trails to see spring wildflowers, appreciate summer shade or photograph fall foliage as you breathe fresh mountain air. Ride the gondola to the top of Bald Mountain to watch paragliders launch. Take a ride yourself and soar above the trees and mountains. Alternatively, bounce down the twists and turns of the 400 miles (600 kilometers) of single-track mountain bike trails.

Fly-fishing here is superb. Rent gear or bring your own to Silver Creek Preserve, Lost River, Salmon River or Big Wood River to catch rainbows, browns, cutthroats, brook trout and more. Enjoy some relaxing golf at Trail Creek’s championship 18-hole course or White Clouds’ 9-hole alpine links environment.

From late November to April, explore the resort’s 2,000 acres (800 hectares) of skiable terrain, spreading across two mountains. Bald Mountain has a mixed terrain of 65 runs accessed via 13 chairlifts. Find zones designed specifically for glade skiing, snowboarding or family-friendly adventure trails.

On Dollar Mountain discover treeless runs that are ideal for first-time skiers or take lessons with qualified instructors. Refine your freestyling skills on the terrain park’s rails and halfpipe. Try other snow-based activities including sleigh rides, ice hockey matches and Nordic skiing or snowshoeing on over 25 miles (40 kilometers) of trails.

The area’s robust cultural scene includes the Sun Valley Summer Symphony, more than a dozen art galleries and eclectic annual events, such as the Trailing of the Sheep Festival. Dine at cozy cafés, fireside lounges and sophisticated restaurants.

Reach Sun Valley by flying to Hailey’s Friedman Memorial Airport and catching a bus or renting a car. Mountain Rides shuttles provide free transportation between the mountains and lodgings in Sun Valley and Ketchum.

Find information about accommodations, events, lift passes, ski lessons and summer activities on Sun Valley’s website.

Where to stay in Sun Valley

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Weyyakin Ranch

Weyyakin Ranch might not have many top sights, but River Run Day Lodge and Roundhouse Express Gondola are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Weyyakin Ranch
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Highlands

While Highlands isn't home to many top sights, Elkhorn Golf Club and Elkhorn Ski Lift are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highlands
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Twin Creeks

When in Twin Creeks, you can plan a visit to Elkhorn Golf Club and Elkhorn Ski Lift, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Twin Creeks
Sun Valley Resort
Sun Valley Resort
4 out of 5
1 Sun Valley Rd, Sun Valley, ID
$510 nightly
The price is $572 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$572 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sun Valley. Enjoy free valet parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (642 reviews)
"Great place. Quiet, relaxing."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Sun Valley Resort
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Sun Valley
$276 nightly
The price is $305 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$305 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this condo in Sun Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and Elkhorn Ski Lift are located nearby.
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Tiny Condo, Quietly Nestled in Sun Valley
Tiny Condo, Quietly Nestled in Sun Valley
Sun Valley
$258 nightly
The price is $285 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$285 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this apartment in Sun Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and Elkhorn Ski Lift are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Family trip
"Enjoyed our stay at the tiny condo! Description is accurate , beds are both very comfortable and clean! Kitchen had all we needed, and community hot tub was excellent! Parking garage was easy to get in and out as well!"

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Tiny Condo, Quietly Nestled in Sun Valley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lovely Studio Remodeled in 2020 with Shared Pool, Hot Tub & Lift Access
Lovely Studio Remodeled in 2020 with Shared Pool, Hot Tub & Lift Access
Sun Valley
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Sun Valley. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and ...
7.4/10 Good! (29 reviews)
Elkhorn Unit for 2 (Adults)
"The unit is clean and a great place to rest after outdoor activities. It's pretty tiny, and the balcony is standing room only. The unit gets the job done, i.e., a place to sleep, but it's not much more than that. My biggest complaint—overall four stars—is that the access code was ten digits, so good ..."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Lovely Studio Remodeled in 2020 with Shared Pool, Hot Tub & Lift Access
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Sun Valley
Stay at this condo in Sun Valley. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and Elkhorn Ski Lift are located nearby.
Modern Studio Condo with WorldClass Amenities
Spacious Condo with WiFi, Pool & Hot Tub - Close to the Slopes
Spacious Condo with WiFi, Pool & Hot Tub - Close to the Slopes
Sun Valley
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Sun Valley. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Great getaway
"We enjoyed out time in Sun Valley. Beautiful location in off season. Great to get away, work just a little, and enjoy time off. Day trips out of town to see many of the natural beauty in the area."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Spacious Condo with WiFi, Pool & Hot Tub - Close to the Slopes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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