Hollywood's original ski escape, Idaho style
Sun Valley is America's first destination ski resort, drawing celebrities since the 1930s. Bald Mountain delivers world-class skiing while the town of Ketchum offers surprisingly good dining and bars. Summer brings fly fishing, mountain biking, and golf — all without the Aspen price tag or attitude.
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
skydiving • Full day
Helicopter access to untouched backcountry powder in the Sawtooths
skiing • 3-4 hours
Groomed Nordic trails in a scenic mountain valley with warming yurt
biking • 3 hours
400+ miles of trails from paved paths to gnarly singletrack
brewery tour • 3 hours
Walking crawl through Warfield, Sawtooth Brewery, and local bars
horseback riding • 2-3 hours
Trail rides through alpine meadows with Sawtooth Mountain panoramas
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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