Go Take A Hike! or Ride a Bike!
Hiking & Mountain Biking
The Sun Valley area offers more than 30 miles of paved bike paths with no cars as well as hundreds of miles of single track mountain bike trails.
And, no visit to Sun Valley is complete without a trip to Bald Mountain. The world famous mountain is now open to sightseers and adventurers all summer long. Whether you are looking for a relaxing day in the wildflowers, or a challenging journey through the rugged beauty of Idahos wilderness, a day on Baldy promises an unforgettable experience.
Pete Lanes Mountain Sports cant wait to assist you with gear, guided tours and share some local savvy.
Bike Rental: We have over 350 bikes on our rental fleet including:
- Cervelo Demo Road Bikes & Turner Demo Mountain Bikes
- Full Suspension and Front Suspension Mountain bikes including 29ers
- Comfort 24 speed bikes for our 30 miles of paved bike paths
- 3 speed Cruisers and 1 Speed Beach Cruisers
- Every kind of kids bike imaginable including trailers and run bikes
You can rent for 4 hours or multiple days and our bike savvy staff will gladly provide you with a helmet, lock, maps of local trails, and suggested rides.
Didnt bring the right gear? Dont worry - Pete Lanes Mountain Sports has all the biking and hiking accessories youll need for a leisurely stroll, bike ride or an all day adventure.
Want to bring your own bike? Save money and ship it to us using our Raceready Concierge Service.
Wheels & Wine Guided Bike Tour: Enjoy a leisurely tour on two wheels through Sun Valley with a perfect ending a taste of wine. This fun, relaxed guided tour gives you the lay of the land as well as insight into the rich history of the area. Cost is $29 person and an additional $10 for a bike. The tour leaves at 4:00 pm on Thursdays.
Free guided hikes on the White Cloud Trails: Join one of our local Pete Lanes staff members for an hour long beautiful hike on the adjacent White Cloud Trails which gives you stunning views of the Sun Valley area.
Lift Accessed Downhill Mountain Biking: Our sister shop at the base of Bald Mountain rents bikes specifically designed for going downhill. Included in the $99 price is a 3000 foot uphill ride to the top of Bald Mountain (along with your bike) and then miles of advanced mountain biking trails that bring you back to the base area. An adventurous half day activity not for the faint-hearted!
Please contact us to make arrangements or if you have any questions at 208.622.2279 or rent@sunvalley.com
Download: Summer Trail Guide 
Inquire about additional hiking and biking in the area at the Sun Valley Ticket Office (208) 622-6136 or contact the Sun Valley Concierge (208) 622-2097.
Location: River Run Ticket Office
Phone: 208-622-6136 / 208-622-2097
Email: recreation@sunvalley.com
Bald Mountain Trail
From the top of the mountain you can hike down the Bald Mountain Trail (4.5 miles). Or, hike up the trail and ride the lift down.
Other Hikes: Seattle Ridge via Broadway Trail (2.5 miles).
The Bald Mountain Trail is one-way going uphill for mountain bikers. Hiking on Bald Mountain service roads is allowed, but can be dusty due to passing mountain vehicles.
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Broadway Trail
Considered one of the most beautiful trails in all of Sun Valley, it begins near Lookout Restaurant and leads west to Seattle Ridge. The two-way trail offers a spectacular view of the Sawtooth and Smoky Mountains and the hillside is covered with a blanket of wildflowers almost all summer long. This trail connects you to the Cold Springs or Warm Springs trails.
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Cold Springs Trail
This two-way trail stretches across 2,500 vertical feet on the mountain's south face. The trail works its way through the wildflowers to Clear Creek Lookout. Here you can catch your breath while enjoying a stunning view of the Pioneer Mountains. The lower portions of the trail meanders through the lush woods that Sun Valley's smaller natives, like chipmunks and squirrels, call home.
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Warm Springs Trail
This eight-mile, uphill/downhill hiking and biking trail has it all. It winds through the open meadows to Monarch Ridge, where a 100-yard hike brings you a panoramic view of the entire Bassett Gulch drainage. Back on the trail, you head to the next "must stop," Little America Point, which offers a full 360-degree look at the surrounding mountains and valleys. From there, it's all down hill as you cruise through the woods to the base of Warm Springs.
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Traverse Trail
The Traverse Trail is a 8 mile two way hiking and biking trail. From River Run, start at the Lower River Run Trail and meander up numerous switch backs as you gain elevation. Exit the trees prepare for a long grind up the access road where you top out at the base of Flying Squirrel. Hang on for a exciting downhill that takes you to the base of Warm Springs.
From Warm Springs, head up the Warm Springs Trail. Singletrack works it way gradually across the face of Warm Springs and then into woods. Take a left when you reach the Perimeter Trail sign for a short grind up to the base of Flying Squirrel. Get ready for a for a long roller coaster down hill to the base of River Run.
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