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Biking

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Biking

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Biking

The Sun Valley area boasts over 400 miles of dirt singletrack along with over 30 miles of paved bike paths separated from our roads. This means there are fantastic biking options for everyone. The local mountain biking is some of the best and most scenic in the country and our winter ski mountain, Bald Mountain, now offers lift-accessed terrain that includes America's longest purpose-built downhill trail with over 3,100 vertical feet of thrilling flow trails. For those folks and families who just want to explore the valley on paved trails, grab a comfort bike or e-bike and head out on the paved Wood River Trail system which offers a variety of destinations and scenic views throughout the valley we call home.

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BALD MOUNTAIN ACCESS

While you can hike or bike up Bald Mountain from multiple points, the only lift-served access is located at River Run Plaza. From here you can load your bike on the state-of-the-art gondola, traveling 2,000 vertical feet in eight minutes. You can load your bike on the Christmas quad chairlift all the way to the top, or take a few laps on the lower half of the mountain. Please note, due to the Seattle Ridge Lift Project and ongoing forest health work, the Cold Springs Trail will be closed this summer on Bald Mountain.

Note: E-bikes are not permitted on lifts or trails on Bald Mountain.

Interested in hiking or running on Bald Mountain? 

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Hours

Lift-assisted mountain biking is open daily from 10am-4pm.

Location

Bald Mountain

Summer Operations are at the River Run Base Area for lift-accessed mountain biking.

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Contact

Phone Number: (208) 622-2135
Email: rent@sunvalley.com

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Sun Valley Bike Rentals

Bike rentals are available throughout the warmer months for mountain, gravel and road biking, plus cruisers and e-bikes. Mountain Bike Rentals are available at Pete Lane's River Run for lift-accessed riding. All other bike styles are available at Pete Lane's in the Sun Valley Village.

Bike Rentals


First Timer's Guide to Mountain Biking

First time mountain biking? Start here.

The White Clouds trail network is perfect for families and beginners, with leisurely hiking and biking trails winding up and around the White Clouds 9-hole golf course. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains, with trail access within a short stroll of the Sun Valley Village. 


  • Trail Map
  • Food and Water
  • Spare Tube/Pump/Tire Lever
  • Bicycle Multi-Tool
  • Extra Layers (check the weather)
  • Your cell phone for emergency calls
  • Proper Helmet (required)
  • Appropriate Footwear
  • Bike Gloves
  • Knee and Elbow Protection
  • Sunscreen
  • Proper Eyewear
  • Bald Mountain trails are technical & rugged (good physical condiiton and experience recommended).
  • Not all trails are patrolled or swept
  • Stay off service roads
  • Know how to repair a flat tire
  • Respect all closures, heavy machinery may be active on closed trails