Hollywood's original ski escape, Idaho style
Bald Mountain top to bottom, lunch at the Roundhouse mid-mountain, a martini at the Duchin Lounge in the Sun Valley Lodge where Hemingway held court. Dinner at Michel's Christiania or the Pioneer Saloon for the elk tenderloin. Fly into Hailey, stay in Ketchum, walk everywhere. The original American ski-town bachelor — old money, good bars, terrain that still earns its reputation.
skiing • Full day
2,054 acres on Bald Mountain with legendary groomers and zero lift lines
fishing • Half day
World-class spring creek fishing for trophy trout on the Nature Conservancy preserve
golf • 4 hours
Classic Robert Trent Jones Jr. course with mountain views at every hole
distillery tour • 1 hour
Tour the craft distillery with tastings of whiskey, vodka, and gin
dive bar • balanced • $
Ketchum institution since the 1930s — no casino, just cheap drinks and history
bar • unhinged • $$
Ketchum's rowdiest bar with live music, dancing, and late-night revelry
lounge • balanced • $$$
Upscale bar and restaurant with craft cocktails and mountain-chic decor
sports bar • balanced • $$
Casual sports bar with bar games, big screens, and pub food
beer garden • chill • $$
Craft distillery and brewery combo with house-made spirits and ales
dive bar • balanced • $
Underground pub beneath the Sun Valley Lodge with classic ski-bar energy
lounge • chill • $$$
Legendary lodge lounge where Hemingway drank — live music and craft cocktails
bar • balanced • $
Après favorite with strong pours and a no-frills neighborhood vibe
wine bar • chill • $$$
Underground wine bar beneath Sun Valley Lodge with an extensive Idaho wine list
cocktail bar • balanced • $$
Ketchum's legendary cocktail spot with craft drinks, live music, and dancing
New American • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Farm-to-table seasonal dishes in a cozy log cabin setting
American • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Upscale dining with steaks, seafood, and an excellent cocktail program
Italian • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Italian wine bar and restaurant with handmade pasta and wood-fired dishes
Mexican • $$ • Best for: dinner
Beloved Ketchum spot with creative Mexican fare and strong margaritas
Asian Fusion • $$ • Best for: dinner
Pan-Asian noodles, bao, and rice bowls with a modern vibe
Steakhouse • $$ • Best for: group-dinner
Historic saloon with Idaho beef, prime rib, and Western ambiance since 1955
Cafe • $ • Best for: brunch
Morning coffee and breakfast staple in downtown Ketchum
Breakfast • $$ • Best for: brunch
Popular brunch spot with creative benedicts and fresh-baked pastries
resort • Max 4 guests
Iconic 1936 resort where Hemingway wrote — pool, spa, and bowling alley
boutique-hotel • Max 4 guests
Modern boutique hotel with rooftop hot tub and walkable downtown access
hotel • Max 4 guests
Comfortable downtown hotel with hot tub and mountain views
house • Max 14 guests
Private homes and condos with hot tubs near downtown Ketchum
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