Idaho ski areas are poised for a snowy week ahead, with several regions expecting substantial accumulations. Trinity Mountain and Vienna Mine are forecasted to receive up to 17" and 16" respectively over the next five days, while Long Valley, Deadwood Summit, and Big Creek Summit are close behind with 15–16" projected. These locations are near popular resorts such as Brundage Mountain and Tamarack Resort in the west-central mountains, making them top picks for powder hounds. Brundage Reservoir and nearby Bear Basin are expecting 14” each, and Brundage’s current snowpack of 103" ensures excellent base conditions.
Further south, Bogus Basin near Boise has a moderate 5-day forecast of 5", but still boasts an 84" base. In central Idaho, Sun Valley may benefit from nearby sites like Galena Summit and Dollarhide Summit expecting up to 13", supporting good conditions at this world-famous resort. Northern Idaho sees consistent snowfall near Schweitzer Mountain Resort, with Bear Mountain and Lost Lake showing deep snowpacks over 120". While Schweitzer’s 5-day forecast is modest at 10", its 123" base remains among the highest in the state. Overall, west-central and central mountain zones will see the heaviest snowfall this week, making areas around McCall, Stanley, and Ketchum the most promising for fresh turns.
Idaho is home to some of the best ski resorts in the country, with a variety of terrain to cater to all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Here are some of the most popular resorts in the state along with their average snowfall per season and the best month to visit:
1. Sun Valley - Located in the Sawtooth Mountains, Sun Valley is one of the oldest ski resorts in the country. With an average snowfall of 220 inches per season, the best time to visit is from December to March.
2. Tamarack Resort - This resort is situated in the heart of Idaho's West Central Mountains and receives an average snowfall of 300 inches per season. The best time to visit is from January to March.
3. Schweitzer Mountain Resort - Located in the northern part of the state, Schweitzer Mountain Resort receives an average of 300 inches of snow per season. The best time to visit is from December to February.
4. Brundage Mountain Resort - This resort is located in the Payette National Forest and receives an average of 320 inches of snow per season. The best time to visit is from December to March.
5. Bogus Basin - Located just outside of Boise, Bogus Basin receives an average of 250 inches of snow per season. The best time to visit is from December to February.