The Sun Valley lodge resort in Sun Valley Idaho was among the first ski resorts in America during the nineteen thirties and became a favorite haunt of the author Ernest Hemingway who had learned to ski in Europe . The resort has great trails across the Baldy and Dollar mountains and has become one of the most popular ski resorts in the world. The Sun Valley has two hundred and twenty inches average snowfall and a ski able area of 2054 acres and a vertical drop of almost three and a half thousand feet. The Dollar mountain is best for those who are new to skiing while the Baldy is best for the advanced skier. The resort has a total of seventy eight runs, thirty six of which are for beginning skiers as well as 42% for intermediates and 22% for advanced skiers.
The Sun Valley Lodge is extremely comfortable with roaring log fires, soft couches and comfortable beds. This is not for those who want ultra modern luxury because the style of the Sun Valley Lodge is oriented more to old fashioned, traditional comfort. The food is good and the rooms are warm and comfortable in addition to all the wonderful views of the beautiful Idaho Sun Valley.
This original American ski resort has been open since 1936, from the Bald and Dollar mountains to the quaint village below them the Sun Valley is without peer, which is why it is sometimes referred to as the American Shangri-La. The Sun Valley ski resort and lodge is extremely popular and if you plan to go there then it is advisable to book before the start of the winter vacation period.
Sun Valley Ski Resort is a full service ski area. There are 2,054 skiable acres with 3,400 feet of vertical drop. The average annual snowfall is 220 inches and they have the capability to make snow for 31 percent of the area. The 20 lifts can move 26,780 people per hour.
There are 75 trails with the longest being 15,840 feet. Beginners can play on 36 percent of the runs and intermediates can use 42 percent. Advanced and expert skiers and riders will be thrilled with their 22 percent of the terrain. The terrain park will challenge all freestyle enthusiasts. Sun Valley Ski Resort also offers heli-skiing, snowshoeing and 40km of cross country trails.
Lodging, dining and après ski partying are available at the resort. There are less expensive options in town.
