Great trails, but it can get really hot and tough if you have dogs (no water). Lots of bikers too...so it can get crowded. People were friendly though.
My first trip to Sun Valley and I was surprised to find how expansive the mountain is. Unfortunately he snow conditions weren't fantastic but the grooming crew had done an excellent job of keeping the trails in good condition. Due to the low snow level I want unable to go off trail much though it looked it would be fantastic with snow. The lift systems pretty fast. The green runs are not really 'green' so probably not suitable for 1st timers. Friendly staff and a nice place to ski.
Dear boisejoe,Thank you for your recent review of Bald Mountain. We truly appreciate your positive comments about what many people consider one of the best ski mountains in the world.We look forward to hosting you upon your next visit.Warm Regards,Mike Fitzpatrick208-622-2077
Bald Mountain is what out west skiing is all about. A variety of terrain and a lot of sun! The Lodge, rentals, food are all terrific. No crowds with plenty of skiing and vertical. Parking is free and skier drop off is a breeze.
Good lifts, very little waiting time for the lifts. This is not a huge resort but good enough for a few days. The groomed runs were all safe. Not much snow this season but the place is well looked after. Some of the green runs should really be marked blue.
I lived in Sun valley for the better part of a year and spent plenty of time on Bald Mountain. IN the Winter it was skiing and in the Summer it was hiking and biking. The views are beautiful. A must visit.
As my grandfather used to say, "You can't plan the weather." However, Bald Mountain management has a plan for when the snow just doesn't fall. A great number of slopes were open because of their snow making machines. We chose Sun Valley because of the high percentage of green and blue slopes. It did not disappoint - plenty of skiable acreage!
The beauty of skiing Baldy is that one rarely encounters any significant lift lines - sometimes no lift lines at all! So the skiing never stops! The runs are extensive and there is a wide variety of terrain from groomers to moguls to trees and on and on. Because true beginners are almost all learning to ski on neighboring Dollar Mountain, Baldy tends to have accomplished skiers enjoying the slopes. The Lodges both at the two bases and on top and mid-mountain (The Roundhouse) - are large, beautiful and the food is good. You cannot go wrong skiing on Baldy!
Great grooming & state of the art snow making, sunny skies, high speed chairs, a view that can't be beat and very nice & helpful employees. What more could you ask for except maybe better deals for college students.
Loved taking the gondola and chair to the top of Mt. Baldy during the summertime and seeing the Sawtooth Mountains and breathing the amazing air at 9200 ft. elevation! Hiked around and watched the mountain bikers head down the hill, argh! Came back down to the Roundhouse for lunch, which was nice until the power went out and we had to wait quite a while to get back down the mountain. All was fine though and fun! Would recommend.