Rediscover Real Idaho Skiing
Sometimes a mountain off the beaten path in Southern Idaho is all you need. Especially when what you're looking for is local vibes, local prices, uncrowded runs and a world-class winter.
Ski Areas by location
Boise
McCall
Idaho Falls
Cottonwood Butte
- 45" Snowfall Avg
- 845' Vertical Drop
- 260 Acres
- 6 Named Runs
Little Ski Hill
- 180" Snowfall Avg
- 405' Vertical Drop
- 50 Acres
- 6 Named Runs
Magic Mountain
- 230" Snowfall Avg
- 700' Vertical Drop
- 120 Acres
- 22 Named Runs
Rotarun
- 90" Snowfall Avg
- 441' Vertical Drop
- 15 Acres
- 7 Named Runs
Snowhaven
- 60" Snowfall Avg
- 400' Vertical Drop
- 60 Acres
- 9 Named Runs

Bald Mountain
Pierce, ID 208-464-2311
Bald Mountain has been serving up winter fun since 1959. Terrain for all skill levels, great powder and a family-friendly feel are why this is called the best little ski hill in Idaho.
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Cottonwood Butte
Cottonwood, ID 208-962-3624
With four major groomed runs and several powder-filled trails among the trees, the terrain at Cottonwood will challenge intermediate, advanced and expert skiers alike. And the friendly folks behind the lunch counter in the lodge will help you hit the spot at the end of the day.
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Little Ski Hill
McCall, ID 208-634-5691
Small, but action-packed, Little Ski Hill has been serving up winter fun to the region's youth and skiing community for over 75 years. You can enjoy miles of groomed cross-country trails, a terrain park (complete with airbag for learning tricks), and even night skiing on the only lit hill in the area.
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Magic Mountain
Twin Falls, ID 208-736-7669
Every winter, Magic Mountain comes to life with a family-friendly experience for everyone. All levels of skiers and riders can enjoy 22 trails across 150 uncrowded acres of scenic terrain with an average of 230+ inches of snowfall per season.
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Pomerelle
Albion, ID 208-673-5555
Far removed from the crowds at larger resorts, Pomerelle offers a more laid-back winter vibe for families and adventure-seekers alike. With 24 groomed runs, two terrain parks and a bunny hill, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy some of the deepest snow in Idaho.
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Snowhaven
Grangeville, ID 208-983-3899
This weekend ski hill offers some of the easiest access to skiing, riding and tubing in Idaho. Along with plenty of great beginner and intermediate runs, it's just around the corner from some of Idaho's best cross-country skiing, not to mention one of the largest tubing hills in the west.
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Rotarun
Hailey, ID 208-788-6204
Yet another hidden little gem, Rotarun is a nonprofit ski area that's been a community hub for local winter sports since 1948. It's now dedicated to providing affordable access to snow sports, including tuition-free introductory ski-and-ride lessons for underrepresented youth in the community. That's why it's dubbed "the little mountain with a big heart."
Learn more5th & 6th Grade Peak Season Passport
For just $29, Idaho 5th and 6th graders can ski or ride twice at 18 participating Idaho ski areas. You read that right, 18 mountains for just $29. It all adds up to an epic winter for the kids, without an epic hit to your wallet.
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