Idaho, United States

Sun Valley Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 121 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

9,150ft

Peak Elevation

3,400ft

Vertical Drop

121

Trails

220"

Annual Snow

Overview

Sun Valley is a ski resort in Idaho, United States, with an elevation range from 5,750ft (1753m) to 9,150ft (2789m). The vertical drop is 3,400ft (1036m) across 121 trails served by 18 lifts and 2,154 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Friedman Memorial (SUN), about 15 minutes away by car. Sun Valley receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Mid April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

55cm(22in)Moderate

Average snowfall in January, Sun Valley's snowiest peak-season month.

220"

Annual Snowfall

(559cm)

-4°C

January Avg High

-14°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 65% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

220"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

121

Total Trails

Lifts

2,154

Skiable Acres

3,400ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

36%

Beginner: 44 trails

42%

Intermediate: 51 trails

22%

Advanced: 27 trails

36%Beginner (44)

42%Intermediate (51)

22%Advanced (27)

0%Expert (0)

Sun Valley has 121 trails: 36% green, 42% blue, 22% black, and 0% double-black. With 36% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Sun Valley.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,400ft

Vertical Drop

1,036m

(3,400ft)

Elevation Profile

9,150ft

Peak

5,750ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$182

avg/day

$199

Jan

$199

Feb

$179

Mar

$149

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$159

Nov

$209

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($149)

Best Month to Visit Sun Valley

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

55cm

Low

$199/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Sun Valley, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 55cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

45cm

snowfall

-2°/-12°

high/low °C

crowds

$209

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Sun Valley.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$179

per day

Season Pass

$2,399

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Epic

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Sun Valley is included on the Epic pass.

Getting to Sun Valley

Nearest Airport

Friedman Memorial (SUN)

Approx. 15 min drive

Location

Idaho, United States 🇺🇸

43.6966°N, 114.3481°W

Sun Valley is within an hour's drive of Friedman Memorial.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Sun Valley open for the season?

Sun Valley typically opens in Late November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Sun Valley?

A day lift pass at Sun Valley starts at $179 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Sun Valley good for beginners?

Yes, 36% of Sun Valley's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Sun Valley get per year?

Sun Valley receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 65% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Sun Valley?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Sun Valley in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

121

Total Trails

Lifts

2,154

Skiable Acres

3,400ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

36%

Beginner: 44 trails

42%

Intermediate: 51 trails

22%

Advanced: 27 trails

36%Beginner (44)

42%Intermediate (51)

22%Advanced (27)

0%Expert (0)

Sun Valley has 121 trails: 36% green, 42% blue, 22% black, and 0% double-black. With 36% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Sun Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Sun Valley open for the season?

Sun Valley typically opens in Late November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Sun Valley?

A day lift pass at Sun Valley starts at $179 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Sun Valley good for beginners?

Yes, 36% of Sun Valley's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Sun Valley get per year?

Sun Valley receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 65% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Sun Valley?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Sun Valley in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.