Passes & Lift Tickets

2020 – 2021 Bald Mountain Winter Passes

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2020-2021 Dollar Mountain Winter Passes

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This season presents many challenges that we are working hard to tackle in order to have a fun-filled season on the mountain. Our main goal (besides epic turns) is safety for our guests and employees.

This season our ticket and season pass department is planning to get all of your passes set for the winter with minimal contact. Please complete the following steps to update and collect your season pass.

1. Fill out this waiver.  This must be filled out by each passholder 18 years or older. If the pass holder is under 18 a legal guardian must sign for them.

2.  If you have a Sun Valley picture card from years past, please email lifttickets@sunvalley.com  with the number next to the barcode on your pass.

3. If you do not have a Sun Valley picture card you can email us your photo at lifttickets@sunvalley.com. The photo should show a clear, front view, full face of you.  We will print your pass and have it ready for pick up at the River Run ticket window.

4.  If you have the 15 Day, Freedom Found or Sun and Snow Pass, please let us know if you would like to have the direct to lift option for additional days.  Additional days will be auto charged to your credit card on file at 50% off the single day window rate when you go to the lift.  Please call us to confirm your credit card on file.  

Contact us at the Sun Valley Ticket and Pass office: 208-622-6136

If you have already been in contact with our ticket office and we have confirmed the above information please disregard

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Winter Passes FAQ

Q: I have purchased my pass, how can I pick up my pass?
A: College pass holders are required to provide College documentation starting November 2nd.  Renewing pass holders that have successfully purchased online can begin using their pass as soon as we begin operations.  For more detailed information or to Check if your pass is set to go please follow this instuctions under the "Passholder Info," tab or contact the Sun Valley lift ticket and season pass office at lifttickets@sunvalley.com or call 208-622-6136.   

Q: How many days do I get on my Sun and Snow Pass?
A: The Sun and Snow pass gives you three days to ski at Sun Valley and three days to ski at Snowbasin. You will receive 50% off the daily rate after you have skied your three days.

Q: Are there any restrictions on the 15-day pass?
A: 15 days of skiing/riding plus a 50% off full day window rate on any additional days with no blackouts. All passes are NON-TRANSFERABLE. Unused days are NON-REFUNDABLE and CANNOT BE ROLLED OVER to the next season.

Q: Can I upgrade a limited pass to a full season pass during the season? What will the cost be?
A: Yes, you may upgrade a limited pass to a full season pass at any time during the season. The cost will reflect the pricing for the Season pass at the time of the upgrade, not the cost at the time of original purchase.

Q: How do I qualify for the College Season Pass?
A: You have to be a Full-time college student (ages 18-29) and you will need to provide proof of full-time status (12 undergraduate credits or using the criteria established by the specific learning institution) in an accredited college or university. Students will be required to present proof of credits, paid tuition and valid photo identification in order to pick up the pass.

Q: What are the dates the Early/Late pass is valid?
A:  For the 2020/2021 season, Opening day through December 13, 2020 and March 19, 2021 thru the end of the season. This pass is not available for purchase after November 22, 2020.

Q: Does Sun Valley offer a Military pass.
A: Yes, Sun Valley offers a pass for active duty Military and their qualifying dependents (Spouse and dependents 18 years and younger). This pass gives you 50% off the daily adult lift ticket rate. Retired Military and Veterans are eligible for a 30% discount off the daily lift ticket rate. A Military ID must be shown at the time of purchase. 

Q: Does Sun Valley have other products for the less frequent-visitor?
A: Yes. If you decide a season pass is not right for you, Sun Valley offers other discounted ticket options periodically throughout the season, especially when you buy online in advance. Additionally, Sun Valley offers ski and stay packages. 

Q: What if my pass is lost or stolen?
A: Please contact the Sun Valley season pass office at (888) 490-5950 if your pass is lost or stolen. We can inactivate the lost pass and let you know how to get a replacement.

Q: Can someone else use my season pass?
A: No. It is clearly stated all season passes are NON-TRANSFERABLE, meaning the season pass product can only be used by the designated individual from the date of purchase.

Q: Which winter pass product is right for you?
A: Choosing a season pass requires a little research and advanced planning. Let us help you make the right choice for your lifestyle and budget.

Q: Will Sun Valley continue to offer these discounted ticket programs; Helly Hansen promotion, ski Idaho 5th and 6th grade passports, and Sothern Idaho honor roll? 
A: No, Due to daily ticket restrictions we are pausing these ticket programs for the 20/21 season.

Challenger Season Pass:

Consider buying this product if: you ski/ride more than 30 times and can utilize any of the plus benefits; unlimited skiing/riding at Snowbasin Resort in Utah, Discounted Hotel Rate at Grand America Hotel or Little America Hotel, Salt Lake City, (on a space available basis), two friends and family 50% off tickets for Sun Valley (no blackouts), and receive 50% off One-day in-resort rate lift tickets at any Vail-owned resort properties, receive 50% off summer single ride daily lift tickets (unlimited) or 50% off Summer Season Pass.

Freedom Found Pass:

Consider buying this product if you ski/ride 15 days during the regular season and ski/ride in the early and late season.

Early/Late Season Pass:

Consider buying this product if you primarily ski/ride in the early and late season only. There are approximately 50 possible days to ski/ride for just $399.

15 Day Pass:

Consider buying this product if You ski/ride 12-15 days during the regular season. 

Q: When is the best time to purchase my pass?
A: Winter passes are on sale at the lowest price March 1st - May 31st. This is the best time to purchase passes and get the very best value for your dollar.

Q: Still Need Assistance?
A: For more detailed information on how to pick up your pass please call Sun Valley Lift Ticketing at (888) 490-5950.

Q: Are Sun Valley and Snowbasin part of the Mountain Collective™ Pass?
A: No, neither Sun Valley nor Snowbasin are a part of the Mountain Collective™. Sun Valley and Snowbasin are part of the Epic Pass. For more information go to epicpass.com

 

Epic™ Pass:

The following season pass products provide access to Sun Valley beginning the 2019-20 winter season. 2020-21 Season Passes are on sale now at epicpass.com.

Epic Pass: Epic Pass holders will receive seven days of skiing or snowboarding with no blackout dates at both Sun Valley and Snowbasin and 50 percent off of one-day window lift ticket prices after their respective days have been redeemed.

Epic Local Pass: Epic Pass holders will receive two days of skiing or snowboarding with blackout restricted dates at both Sun Valley and Snowbasin and 50 percent off of one-day window lift ticket prices after their respective days have been redeemed.

Epic Day Pass: Epic 4-Day Pass, Epic 5-Day Pass, Epic 6-Day Pass and Epic 7-Day Pass holders will receive up to seven days total of skiing or snowboarding at Sun Valley or Snowbasin as part of their total days purchased. After the purchased days are used, regardless of the resort at which they were redeemed, pass holders can get 50 percent off additional lift tickets at Sun Valley or Snowbasin.

For Epic Day Pass Products with holiday restrictions, blackout dates apply across all resorts. Epic 1-Day Pass, Epic 2-Day Pass and Epic 3-Day Pass holders will not receive access to Sun Valley or Snowbasin as part of their pass.

To learn more about which Epic season passes are eligible at Sun Valley click here!

Passes with holiday and blackout restrictions are not eligible at Sun Valley the following dates: 11/29/19-11/30/19, 12/26/19-12/31/19, 01/18/20, 02/15/20-2/16/20.

Epic Pass Trade

For the 2020-21 season, Sun Valley Challenger passes and College Pass holders will receive 50% off the one-day window lift ticket price at all Vail Resorts owned and operated destinations. This benefit is non-transferable. Vail Resorts owned and operated destinations include:

United States

California | Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood
Colorado | Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Crested Butte
Michigan | Mt. Brighton
Minnesota | Afton Alps
New Hampshire | Mt. Sunapee
Utah | Park City
Vermont | Stowe, Okemo
Washington | Stevens Pass
Wisconsin | Wilmot Mountain

And more. View the full list of resorts here. 

Canada
British Columbia / Whistler Blackcomb
Other International
Australia / Perisher (2020 ski season)

Resort Card & Gift Card

Resort Card

The Sun Valley Resort Card is the all-in-one card for all of your Sun Valley Resort activities. Gone are the days when you need a specific pass for each individual Sun Valley recreational resort activity. The Sun Valley Resort Card is your virtual wallet for all of them! Pick up your Resort Card at any Sun Valley Resort pass office location. Use the card year after year to add various recreational passes and activities to your account. 

With the Resort Card there is no need to wait in line for yearly ski photo passes. Since your Resort Card is valid year after year, it can hold different products based on your individual needs. For example, one year you may have a winter season pass attached to your Resort Card and the following year a winter discount card, summer lift pass along with a golf pass. Starting now, use your Resort Card to make pass purchases or pass renewals in the Sun Valley Online Store.

Further enhance the convenience of your Resort Card by adding the ability to make purchases resort wide at Sun Valley Resort’s retail, restaurant and recreational activity locations with Resort Charge or Stored Value.

Resort Charge

Add Resort Charge to your Resort Card and get pay-as-you-go convenience by tying your credit card to your account. Make purchases resort wide at Sun Valley Resort’s retail, restaurant and recreational activity locations* and leave your wallet at home!

Stored Value

Adding Stored Value allows for the same convenience as Resort Charge. However, Stored Value allows a dollar amount to be loaded into your account and subsequently debited off as you make resort wide purchases at Sun Valley Resort’s retail, restaurant and recreational activity locations*. You can continually reload your Stored Value balance at any time.

*Resort Charge and Stored Value may only be used as a form of payment for Sun Valley Resort goods and services and not for direct lift, recreational or activity based access. Valid at all Sun Valley Resort locations excluding: Sun Valley Sinclair Station, Panache, Barry Petersen Jewelers, Silver Creek Outfitters, The Toy Store, and Idaho Wireless.

Gift Card

Give the gift of Sun Valley with a Sun Valley Resort Gift Card. Purchase your gift card at any Sun Valley Resort retail, ticket or selected recreational locations. Sun Valley Gift cards are re-usable/re-loadable and come in a variety of scenic card themes. They make a great gift for anyone on your gift list!

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*Gift Card may only be used as a form of payment for Sun Valley Resort goods and services and not for direct lift, recreational or activity based access. Valid at all Resort locations excluding: Sun Valley Sinclair Station, Panache, Barry Petersen Jewelers, Silver Creek Outfitters, The Toy Store, and Idaho Wireless.