Sun Valley, February 1 – 6, 2026
An Invitation to Adventure, Connection, and Unforgettable Memories
We are thrilled to announce this Nordic ski adventure for 2026: a journey to the breathtaking landscapes of Sun Valley, Idaho!
About Sun Valley
Nestled in the heart of Idaho’s majestic Sawtooth Mountains, Sun Valley is a legendary destination renowned for its world-class skiing, stunning scenery, and rich history. Since its founding in 1936 as America’s first destination ski resort, Sun Valley has been a beacon for adventurers, artists, and those seeking inspiration in the beauty of nature.
Trip Details
- Dates: February 1-February 6, 2026 (Five Nights)
- Location: Sun Valley, Idaho
- Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
- Group size: Approximately 16 participants
With nearly 200 kilometers of cross-country tracks our ski days will cover the Galena Lodge Trails, the Sun Valley Resort Trails, the Wood River Valley Trails, and the ski trails over Galena Summit in the Sawtooth Valley. Evenings will be spent enjoying our resort amenities, such as the pool or hot tub, dining in the many excellent restaurants in Ketchum, and strolling through the town’s eclectic shops and galleries. You may want to add additional days pre or post our trip dates.
Ski Details
Ketchum, Idaho is a great cross-country ski town. Click here for a full guide with links to maps and other information.
Blaine County Recreational District (BCRD) grooms more than 200 km of XC ski trails including the Galena Nordic Lodge 25 miles north of Ketchum. BCRD maintains a large fleet of grooming machines to keep all their trails expertly groomed throughout the ski season.
BCRD offers a variety of XC ski terrain from easy to challenging. The Harriman Trail connects 30 km of easy and intermediate BCRD trails between Ketchum and Galena. This 30 km stretch has many trailheads with parking, and the trails are mostly easy green and intermediate blue. The more challenging black ski trails are found at the Galena Nordic Ski Park, Sun Valley Nordic in town, and the Lake Creek Trail System.
Ketchum, ID is 5,853 feet in elevation with the XC ski trails ranging from 6,000 to 6,800 ft. The BCRD Winter Trail System and the Sun Valley Nordic Center trails are best for track and skate skis, not metal-edged skis, as this entire XC ski area is beautifully groomed most days of the week in winter. Depending on weather conditions we may have the opportunity to drive over scenic Galena Summit to ski Alturas Lake where back-country skis will be preferred.
The BCRD requires ski passes which can be purchased online. The ski ticket prices are reasonable, approximately $25 a day, with a discounted multi-day pass available.
Accommodations
We will stay at the Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge located conveniently in the center of Ketchum and within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. The address is 180 S. Main Street, Direct # 208-726-4114.
A block of nine rooms has been reserved under CONC. Participants will have the option to select from a room with two queens (6 available) or one king (3 available).
CONC Group Room Rates are as follows:
- Queen Queen Room @ $251.75 plus tax per night
- King Room @ $261.25 plus tax per night
In addition to the above, please add room tax @ 11%. Rates are double occupancy.
Reservations will be made individually starting as early as August 15, 2025. Participants will make payment directly to the hotel. The hotel has a 30-day cancellation policy with each participant responsible for all fees. Any remaining unreserved rooms will be released from the room block by December 1, 2025.
All costs for accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, ski trail passes, and transportation will be paid for individually.
Evening Dining
To foster connection and camaraderie, we’ll gather for group dinners featuring regional cuisine each evening. Reservations will be made whenever possible. However, the famous Pioneer Saloon does not take reservations, but we can always take our chances and break up into smaller groups. You may choose to dine on your own.
Getting There
Participants may choose to either drive their own vehicle or carpool to Sun Valley, to fly to Boise Airport (BOI) and share a rental car from there or fly to Hailey/Ketchum Airport (SUN).
Actions Steps
- 1. To secure your spot call the Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge, 208-726-4114, to book your reservation beginning August 15, 2025. When making your reservation, indicate you would like to book a room under the CONC group reservation. Trip dates are February 1-February 6, 2026.
- 2. *Email Char Newman to add your name to the CONC Trip Registration List. This is imperative for trip updates and daily ski plans!
Contact Trip Coordinator Char Newman with any questions.
Hope to see you in Sun Valley!
