Welcome to the birthplace of destination skiing. With more than 3,400 vertical feet and over 2,000 acres of varied terrain, Sun Valley offers skiers and boarders something special on not just one mountain, but two. Bald Mountain’s consistent pitch, lack of lift lines and variety of terrain have earned it a reputation as one of the world’s finest ski mountains. Thirteen chairlifts and 65 varied runs await skiers and boarders on both sides of Baldy. Adding to the Baldy adventure are themed Adventure Trails for kids, with 30 acres of glade ski and boarding terrain for all. Meanwhile, Dollar Mountain is the perfect place to get introduced to downhill sports and features two new high-speed quads, a full-featured terrain park with 76 rails and the Wundercarpet, an effortless uphill transporter.
Extra Small park containing mini jumps and ride-on boxes located on lower poverty flats
Location: Just off the ¼ Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Beginner
Learning park with extra small-sized berms and rollers
Location: Just off the ¼ Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Beginner
Small learning park and a family zone with mini-moguls, rollers, berms, mini pipe, etc.
Location: Just off the ¼ Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Beginner
Small park with entry-level tabletops, boxes, and rails.
Location: Access via Full or Half Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Beginner
Small “family cross” course with berms and rollers.
Location: Located at the top of Sepp’s run, off the Full Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
Medium park, typically set up as a flow trail with jumps, berms, and some jib features
Location: Located in Old Bowl, off the Full Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Medium transition park with various transitional features such as bowls, hips, ¼ pipes, jib features, etc. to encourage creativity.
Location: Located just below Upper Trestles, access via Full or Half Dollar lifts.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Medium park with a jump line, rails, boxes, etc.
Location: Located off the Half Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Large Park with rails, 50ft+ jumps, etc.
Location: Located off the Half Dollar lift.
Difficulty: Advanced
Small family cross course with rollers and berms.
Location: Located at the top of Broadway, access via Seattle Ridge lift.
Difficulty: Beginner
Small park with tabletops, hips, rollers, jibs, etc.
Location: Located at the top of Bald Mountain, adjacent to Lookout Lodge.
Difficulty: Beginner
Medium-sized park with jump line, rollers, jibs, etc.
Location: Located on Ridge Trail skier’s right. Access via Christmas lift.
Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
The National Ski Areas Association and Burton Snowboards would like to welcome you to the "Park Smart" Terrain Park Safety initiative. Park Smart is the evolution of the original Smart Style program. A cooperative effort with the help of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) and National Ski Patrol (NSP) that emphasizes the proper use of terrain parks.
Be "Park Smart", Learn more about Terrain Park safety at www.terrainparksafety.org
The Foxy Forest trail offers an extended trail experience for the more accomplished young skier/rider. Named 'Foxy' referring to the Red Fox, indigenous to this particular part of Bald Mountain… A foxy adventure is sure to be had as young skiers/riders descend a serpentine path through a lightly forested area adjacent to the Upper Can Can Ski Run. The Foxy adventurer can expect to experience an exciting and fun filled tour.
The Flume adventure trail offers an exciting and fun filled descent through a natural 'flume-like' path, a 'swale', naturally carved into the terrain. The Flume trail reminds us of the rich mining history of the Wood River Valley during the late 1800's. The trail is named after the Guyer Hot Springs Flume, a man-made trough that carried timber from Warm Springs logging sites to Frenchman's, stoking the furnaces in the Philadelphia Smelter at the confluence of the Big Wood River and Warm Springs Creek. The Flume adventure is for the most accomplished rider/skiers, and offers the excitement of a flume ride as it twists and turns, descending into Frenchman's.
The Red-Headed Wood Pecker trail is a fun and exciting tour though a large stand of Lodge Pole Pines, the beautiful habitat of the Pileated Woodpecker, a majestic creature indigenous to Bald Mountain. Standing more than 24 inches tall, this incredible bird ushers the young adventurer through a winding path with a distinct forested feel. The Red-Headed Woodpecker trail is a great way for kids to explore our wooded mountain areas and maybe see a Red-Headed Woodpecker or two.
Steeped in tradition, Sun Valley Heli Ski pioneered American helicopter skiing, setting the standard for nearly five decades. A vast territory covering three mountain ranges provides unparalleled access to Idaho’s legendary powder and terrain for all abilities. Our world-class guides take you to some of the lightest and deepest powder in the lower 48. Our team works to keep you safe, while giving you days of skiing you’ll never forget. If you are new to heli-skiing, this is the place to start.
Since its founding in 1966, Sun Valley Heli Ski has guided thousands of satisfied guest into the spectacular terrain surrounding Sun Valley, Id. The current team of guides is unsurpassed in offering over 100 years of collective experience; a testimony to the level of dedication and professionalism that distinguish SVHS as the U.S preeminent heli-ski operation. Personal service is the trademark of SVHS. Groups are small with a guest to guide ratio of 4:1.
For more information or to book your heli ski adventure visit: www.sunvalleyheliski.com
(208) 622-3108 info@sunvalleyheliski.com
*Sun Valley Heli Ski is a third-party partner and not affiliated with Sun Valley Resort.
Born in Denver, Colorado
Raised in Sun Valley, Idaho
Learned how to take my very first turns on a hill in our backyard outside of Denver, Colorado. Quickly moved on to Loveland ski area where at two and a half years old I was skiing with the help of my dad and mom, pushing me right along. Soon our family packed up and moved to Sun Valley where I continued to live and ski for eleven years. After a brief stint of school on the east coast and a few years competing on the freeski circuit out of Colorado, I finally made it back to my home to Sun Valley where I've been living for the past three years, with many more to come.
Sponsors
Crosson, Orage, ZEAL Optics, Hudsen Collective, Mo Pros
Facebook: Banks Gilberti
Instagram: @banks.gilberti
Hometown
Sun Valley, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Sun Valley / Dollar Mountain
Sponsors
K2 Skis, Smith, Full Tilt, Saga Outerwear, Rime Elements
Instagram: @mistahcollie
Hometown
Sun Valley, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Dollar Mountain, in Sun Valley
Sponsors
Eddie Bauer/ First Ascent, Smith Optics, Yes Snowboards, SV resort, CFR sled racks, Zenergy health club.
Instagram: @wyattncaldwell
Web: www.caldwellcollections.com
A board-sports enthusiast, outdoor entrepreneur, and seasonal employee of attractive adventure, Yancy bases out of his hometown, Sun Valley, Idaho where he eagerly pursues his ever changing endeavors. His love for snowboarding and the mountain community is stronger than ever. Amongst a plethora of passions, using cameras to capture natural art, action and lifestyle in the mountains tops the list, while thoughts of deep powder turns and successful backcountry explorations remain a selfish staple. Current projects and contributions include; Sun Valley, ID - Athlete Representative/Media Team. CaldwellCollections.com/LLC – Director of Photography/Co-owner. Matador Network – Ambassador/Filmmaker. Stellar Media – Cinematographer/Editor/Co-owner.
Hometown
Sun Valley, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley
Sponsors
Smith Optics, K2 Snowboarding, Eddie Bauer/First Ascent, Cheetah Racks, Sun Valley, ID, Mtn Approach.
Instagram: @siryancis_bacon
Facebook: facebook.com/yancy.caldwell
Web: www.caldwellcollections.com
Born: Sun Valley, ID
Grew up: skiing with the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation
College: University of Utah '14
Currently residing: Ketchum, Idaho
Contest Results:
1st Place War of Rails 2014 - Big Bear, CA
2nd Total Fight Slopestyle 2014 - Grandvalira, Andorra
3rd VARS Tournament 2014 - Vars, France
Film Segments:
Poor Boyz Productions, Teton Gravity Research, Sweetgrass Productions, Toy Soldier Productions, DOS Media, 4bi9 Media, Warren Miller, Good Company
Sponsors
Dakine, ON3P skis, Anon, Treefort Lifestyles, Full Tilt boots
Facebook: Crazy Karl
Instagram: @crazy_karl
Hometown
Hailey, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley
Sponsors
Smtih Optics, Rome Snowboards, Saga Outerwear, Neff.
Instagram: @jblack888
Facebook: facebook.com/jeremy.black.7
Hometown
Sun Valley, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley
Sponsors
Mountain Approach, Sun Valley, Rome Snowboards, One Ball Jay.
Instagram: @tammajams
Twitter: @tammajams
Facebook: facebook.com/tamara.harrison.965
Hometown
Sun Valley, ID
Where did you learn to ski/ride?
Dollar Mountain, in Sun Valley
Sponsors
SCOTT, First Ascent, K2 Skis, WKG, Mom & Dad, Sun Valley, SVSEF.
Twitter: @wingtai53
Instagram: @wingtai53
Blog: http://www.taibarrymore.blogspot.com
