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Sun Valley Resort, ID, Announces Construction of New 6-Chair

Sun Valley Resort, Idaho, continues on its multi-year improvement plan, announcing the second phase of construction with the replacement of the Seattle Ridge Chairlift (YOC 1996), which will benefit the recreational experience on Bald Mountain by improving skier circulation and terrain access in the Seattle Ridge area. Pending National Forest Service approval, construction is scheduled to begin in April 2024, […]

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Sun Valley Resort, ID, to Open New Challenger and Flying Squirrel Chairlifts Wednesday, December 20

Sun Valley, ID. (Dec. 18, 2023) – Sun Valley Resort is thrilled to announce the unveiling of the new Challenger and Flying Squirrel chairlifts along with the new Lower Flying Squirrel trail, which are all slated to open to the public on Wednesday December 20. What: Guests are invited to join at the Warm Springs base area for the opening […]

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Free Tacos and Tequila? Hotel Ketchum, ID, is Hooking it Up

Sun Valley Resort in Idaho received significant upgrades this off-season. It unveiled two new chairlifts and expanded terrain for winter 2023-24. All part of the Warm Springs Enhancement plan, riders will now have access to the new Challenger (35% faster lift rides) and Flying Squirrel chair lifts from the Warm Springs base as well as access to the new Lower […]

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Sun Valley Resort, ID, Unveils 2 New Chairlifts and Expanded Terrain for Winter 2023-24

Sun Valley, ID (Oct. 26, 2023) – Sun Valley Resort, North America’s first destination ski resort, established in 1936, is thrilled to welcome guests back for its 88th winter season which commences on November 23, 2023. Guests can look forward to experiencing the new Challenger and Flying Squirrel chairlifts from Warm Springs base along with the new Lower Flying Squirrel […]

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Sun Valley Resort, ID, Shares Exhilarating Drone Footage of New Trail

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Big improvements have been underway at Sun Valley Resort with its Warm Springs Enhancement Project. The highlight of the project is two new lifts, but people might start to get even more excited about the extension of the Flying Squirrel trail after the resort shared this footage last week.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sun Valley […]

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Sun Valley Resort, ID, Report: Easter Sunday Funday

Report from Sunday, April 9th, 2023 Happy Easter Sunday from Sun Valley, ID. Today, skiers and snowboarders alike enjoyed perfect spring conditions and a festive atmosphere. The weather was sunny and warm, making it a great day to get a good tan while shredding down the mountain. The resort was filled with fun 80s clothing and costumes, adding to the […]

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Alex K | April 9, 2023
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Sun Valley Resort, ID, Report: Amazing Start to the Warm Springs Closing Weekend

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Report from Friday, April 8th, 2023 Today was an incredible day to hit the slopes at Sun Valley Resort, and we’re excited to share all the details with you. First of all, the skiing on Baldy Mountain was outstanding. With clear skies and mild temperatures, the snow was soft and forgiving after 2-3 fresh inches of snow from last night, […]

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Alex K | April 8, 2023
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Sun Valley, ID, Launches 23/24 Season Pass Sale

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Sun Valley Resort, ID, announced the availability of its annual season pass offerings and renewed pass partnerships with Ikon Pass and The Mountain Collective for the 23/24 season. These partnerships will continue to create additional benefits for Sun Valley Resort Annual Pass Holders and allow access to Sun Valley’s expanded terrain for Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective Pass Holders. “We’re […]

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Julia Schneemann | March 10, 2023
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Sun Valley Resort, Idaho, to Host 2023 Toyota U.S. Alpine Championships Presented by Stifel

Historic Resort Chosen For Impeccable Grooming and Steeps, Welcomes Top Athletes Vying for Pole Position on US National Team Sun Valley Resort is proud to announce that the Toyota U.S. Alpine Championships presented by Stifel kicks off April 1 and welcomes elite and next generation ski races vying for spots on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team. The racing event, […]

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The 9 Greatest Ski Towns in the U.S.

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9. Aspen, CO A list of top ski towns would never be complete without including Aspen. A ski-in, ski-out paradise that annually hosts the X games and has been associated with the ápres experience since as early as the 1930s, Aspen is truly a legendary place to spend a vacation. With four ski resorts located nearby and a luxury dining […]

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Matt Scribner | November 2, 2022
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[VIDEO] Watch This Awesome 1947 Promotional Video for Sun Valley Resort, ID

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[Slow-Mo] Crash Reel From Closing Day at Sun Valley, ID

We had an incredible time at the Dollar Dayz festivites this weekend!! 🌴 In honor of all the epic wipeouts and successful pond crossings, we give you : a slow-mo wipeout montage 🌊#closingweekend #dollardayz #sunvalleystoke pic.twitter.com/6xMqCs5xNK — Sun Valley Resort (@sunvalley) March 28, 2022 Spring sunshine. Party vibes and costumes. Slow-motion footage of people taking hilarious crashes on the pond […]

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Sun Valley, ID and Snowbasin, UT Season Passes on Sale With New Products and New Partner Programs

Sun Valley, Idaho and Huntsville, Utah. – Mar. 3, 2022 – Two world-renowned ski resorts, Sun Valley and Snowbasin, announced today that they are entering into new pass partnerships with Ikon Pass and The Mountain Collective, starting with the 2022-23 season. This announcement comes alongside the release of both resorts’ annual season pass options. “We are excited to start a […]

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POWDER ALERT: Sun Valley, Idaho Receives Over 2 Feet of Snow From Recent Storm

New Terrain Opens on Bald Mountain to the Delight of Powderhounds Skiers and riders will have even more options at North America’s No.1 ski destination, Sun Valley Resort, this week, as Mother Nature delivered with well over two feet of fresh powder on Bald Mountain over the past four days with 12” falling in the last 24 hours. Related: Sun […]

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[VIDEO] Skier Hits and Kills Deer While Skiing at Sun Valley, ID Then Skis Away With it on His Shoulders

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Karl Fostvedt (@crazy_karl) Professional skier Karl Fostvedt was skiing with his buddy ‘Harlan’ at Sun Valley, Idaho when he a deer popped out in front of him on a run causing him to hit and kill it. Harlan said he “heard the deer’s neck snap as they collided.” Harlan […]

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Sun Valley, Idaho Is Voted North America’s Top Resort For Second Year Running

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SKI Magazine awards Sun Valley for Second Year in a Row, and Thanksgiving Opening Day News Announced  Sun Valley Resort, Idaho, the original North American destination ski resort is proud to announce it has been named as the top ski resort in North America for the second year running, in SKI Magazine’s 2021/22 Annual Ski Resort Awards and Reader’s Poll. […]

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The 15 Best Idaho Ski Runs

Brought to you by Visit Idaho and Ski Idaho I hadn’t thought much of skiing in Idaho. Then I went there. Then I learned how underrated it is. Ten days, five ski areas, and 1,600 miles later, I got an idea of what skiing in Idaho was like. It was super. This is my list of the best runs I skied in Idaho. […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | March 26, 2021
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Skiing Secrets: Idaho’s Unmarked Powder Highway

Brought to you by Visit Idaho and Ski Idaho There’s a reason they call Idaho the ‘Gem State.’ With twenty ski areas, quality snow, a lifetime of hot springs to visit, delicious Pacific-Northwest-style food, and friendly inhabitants, I’m curious as to why Idaho flies relevantly under the radar when it comes to ski destinations. Most of the resorts I visited there at […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | March 19, 2021
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Idaho Powder Highway Compilation Ski Edit: 10 Days, 5 Ski Areas, and Backcountry Skiing in ‘The Gem State’

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Martin Kuprianowicz | March 10, 2021
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Sun Valley, ID Report: Super Groomers, Sunshine, and “The Biggest Green I’ve Ever Seen”

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Martin Kuprianowicz | March 3, 2021
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