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RFID FAQs

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RFID FAQs

2025-2026 Season Pass Pickup

All pass holders will need to pick up their new RFID pass before skiing or riding this season. Passes can be picked up at the River Run ticket window before Opening Day at the below times:

  • October 18-19: 9am – 6pm 
  • October 24-25: 9am – 6pm 
  • November 1-26: 9am – 6pm 
Pick up your new season pass at the River Run ticket window before November 25, 2025 and be automatically entered into winning one of five prizes:
  • A one-night stay at a Sun Valley Resort property, subject to availability
  • One 8am 'Early Up' for two people (not available during peak dates)
  • One recreation package including: 1 bowling session, 1 ice skating session, and four tickets to a movie at the Opera House
  • Two winners will win one Mammut outdoor clothing item


Pass Photo Requirements

To save time, make sure to login to your account and upload a photo ahead of time so your pass can be printed. Please upload a clear headshot without ski goggles, sunglasses, buffs, or any other items obstructing your face. The photo must feature only you. Images that do not clearly show the pass holder or fail to meet the guidelines will be rejected, and a new photo will be required.

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Resort Charge:

Make your day on the slopes even more convenient and use your season pass for food and retail purchasers across the resort. You can link your credit card to your season pass by logging into your account and signing up for Resort Charge here.  

What is RFID? Toggle accordion

Radio Frequence Identification (RFID) is a technology commonly used in ski passes and lift tickets where a small chip in the pass allows passive communication with scanners or gates to validate mountain access. This technology allows skiers and riders to validate their passes or tickets without getting the physical card out of their pocket.

When will this upgrade take place? Toggle accordion

The RFID upgrade will be implemented at Dollar and Bald Mountain for the winter 2025-2026 season. 

Will I need a new season pass? Toggle accordion

Yes, all Season Pass holders will need to pick up their new RFID pass before skiing or riding this season. Passes can be picked up at the River Run ticket window before Opening Day at the below times.

October 18-19 from 9am – 6pm 

October 24-25 from 9am – 6pm 

November 1-26 from 9am – 6pm 

How do I use my new RFID enabled season pass or lift ticket? Toggle accordion

You can now keep your season pass or Sun Valley Card in your jacket pocket (chest or sleeve pocket preferred). Once you approach the gates your lift access media will scan through your pocket and the gates will open. 

We recommend only carrying the pass or lift ticket that you want to use for that day, as the first product that is identified by the scanners is what will be used for access for the entire day. If you have an Ikon Pass or Mountain Collective Pass in addition to a Sun Valley Pass or lift ticket, only carry the pass that you would like to use for that day.  

It is also best not to put anything else in the same pocket as your ticket/pass, such as your cellphone or wallet, as it may interfere with the scanners.  

Will lift tickets also have RFID? Toggle accordion

Yes, lift tickets will also be moving to RFID technology and may be purchased online or at any ticket window. When you purchase a lift ticket you will be issued a reusable Sun Valley Card that can be reloaded with more lift tickets throughout your stay or season to season. If purchased online, your Sun Valley Card can be printed at a kiosk in the River Run base area using the barcode in your confirmation email, as well as any lift ticket window at Bald and Dollar Mountains.  

How do I reload my Sun Valley Card with more tickets? Toggle accordion

You can reload your Sun Valley Card with more days either online or at any lift ticket window. To do so online, login to your account and choose ‘Reload Sun Valley Card’ during the ticket checkout process. You can either select the existing card you would like to reload or type in the card number when prompted.  

If you have reloaded a lift ticket onto an existing Sun Valley Card online, you can go directly to the lift. There is no need to visit a lift ticket window or kiosk. 

Will there still be employees checking tickets at lifts? Toggle accordion

As is common at other resorts, employees will remain in lift lines and corrals to monitor scans and ensure the correct guest is utilizing the pass.