Overview

Of course Sun Valley’s mountains provide excellent Alpine Skiing, but the area is also known for the best Nordic skiing terrain in America. Nordic describes skiing in which the heel of the boot is not fixed to the ski. This includes Cross country skiing, ski jumping and telemark skiing. Olympic training occurs here in “Nordic Town USA,” and you’ll find more than 200 kilometers of groomed Nordic trails. A fun alternative is snowshoeing, which used to be an essential means of transportation during winter months.

Nordic trails can be skied during the months of November through April, depending on weather conditions. To rent equipment or receive instruction, begin your journey at Galena Lodge or the Sun Valley Nordic Center.