SUN VALLEY INFORMATION

Sun Valley is located at the base of Bald Mountain (elevation 9,150 feet) and a popular destination for summer recreation. Dry, warm days and cool nights combine to make the climate as close to perfect as you're likely to find anywhere in the world. The Wood River region is as rich with history as it is with activities. Summer dwellers can take part in the abundant arts programs, musical presentations, sports and simple daily life that so many who live here cherish. Gallery Walks, plays, outdoor concerts and afternoons by the pool will entice even those who aren't sports-minded to lengthen their stay. All these fabulous outdoor and cultural opportunities abound in the land where the Bannock, Blackfoot, and Shoshoni Indian tribes once spent their summers. The Wood River Valley enjoys a rich history from the days of the old west and we are reminded of it often. The Heritage and Ski Museum, located on the corner of First Street and Washington Avenue in West Ketchum directly behind Bald Mountain Lodge will take you back to the days when the Wood River Valley was still wild.

ELKHORN FEATURES:

  • 280 acres, 132-room lodge and village (1-800-ELKHORN),
  • Dining at Tequila Joe's for authentic Mexican cuisine, Jessie's for steaks and seafood, and the Lobby Lounge featuring Starbucks coffee, morning pastries and evening appetizers and cocktails,
  • 7,100 yard Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course,
  • Tennis center with 18 hard-surface courts with pro shop,
  • Olympic-size outdoor swimming pool with whirlpool spa,
  • Access to miles of paved bicycle and running.

    • DINING:

    More than 50 restaurants to choose from for bakery items, breakfast, buffets, deli, gourmet, grill, family dining and breweries. American, Hunan, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Seafood, and Thai restaurants are available.

    LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

  • A walking village sparkling with shops, restaurants,
  • Movie Theaters
  • Antique Peddler's Fair and Arts and Crafts Fairs,
  • Sun Valley Ice Show,
  • Mountain Biking, Road Running, and Triathlon competitions,
  • Jazz on the Green (free Thursday evening concerts),
  • Weekly Historical and Gallery Tours,
  • Sun Valley Summer Symphony (3 weeks of free open-air concerts).

    SHOPPING: More than 100 stores consisting of Antiques, Art Galleries, Bookstores, Clothing, Computer, Environment, Factory Outlets, Florists/Gifts, Gourmet Foods and Wine, Jewelry, Music, Photographic, Shoes, Ski and Sport, Spas and Salons, T-Shirts, and Western Wear.

    TRANSPORTATION:

  • Elkhorn is just a 2 hour drive from Boise, and is accessible from Salt Lake City, Seattle, and Boise via Delta's Skywest and Horizon Airlines. Northwest, Alaska, and Southwest Airlines also serve this area,
  • Free bus service by Ketchum Area Rapid Transit (KART),
  • Taxi/Limo services by Bald Mountain Taxi, Shuttle, and Limousine Service,
  • Rental cars (Avis, Hertz, Idaho Car Rental, and Practical Rent-A-Car).