Fun Winter Activities in Idaho

Skiing & Snowmobiling in the Gem State

Winter vacationers looking for fun in the snow – looks like Idaho has your answer. Encompassing more than 20,000 skiable acres, and home to winter wonderlands like the Targhee National Forest and the Sawtooth National Forest, the Gem State has more than a few diamonds in the roughs for you and your family this winter.

Winter fun in Idaho starts with a trip to Targhee National Forest. Set on 1,643,501 acres in beautiful northern Idaho, the Targhee National Forest is a gathering of stunning landscapes, exclusive wildlife, and winter recreation to fit the bill. Just north of the city of Driggs, this national forest has become a hot spot for cold visitors looking to ski, snowmobile, and even skijor.

Bringing your skis to Idaho this winter? Be sure to check out Silver Mountain Ski Area just east of Coeur D'Alene – complete with Idaho’s biggest indoor waterpark – or make the trip to the famed Sun Valley Ski Area near Ketchum.

Had enough of the snow? Make your way to Hells Gate State Park neighboring the famed Hells Canyon and the city of Moscow in western Idaho. This state park is open throughout the year, and thanks to its mild winter temperatures, offers unforgettable recreation like hiking, biking and horseback riding – all with just a little crisp in the air.

Make some memories this winter in the Gem State, and warm up those fingers at any Best Western hotel in Idaho.

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Best Western Hotels Along the Way:

Coeur D'Alene Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Coeur d'Alene Inn

506 W Appleway Avenue, Coeur D'Alene ID 83814-9510
Phone: (208) 765-3200  |  Fax: (208) 664-1962  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Coffee shop breakfast, lunch & diner

Mulligan's, on premises, American, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise gym

Hot tub, whirlpool

Driggs Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Teton West

476 N Main, Driggs ID 83422-5185
Phone: (208) 354-2363  |  Fax: (208) 354-2962  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary continental breakfast with cereals, breads, yogurt, coffee, tea, juice, milk

Indoor pool, heated

Ketchum Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Kentwood Lodge

180 S Main Street, Ketchum ID 83340
Phone: (208) 726-4114  |  Fax: (208) 726-2417  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Restaurant onsite offers guests 10% off breakfast

Wrap City Cafe, on premises, cafe, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, fast, fresh, fun food! In a wrap or in a bowl, offering breakfast and lunch and bakery items, a local favorite also. Sun Valley Guide's Best of the Valley voted "Best Lunch 2011"

Universal gym, four station universal machine

Hot tub, indoor and adjacent to the pool.

Moscow Hotels

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BEST WESTERN PLUS University Inn

1516 Pullman Road, Moscow ID 83843-4094
Phone: (208) 882-0550  |  Fax: (208) 883-3056  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Fine dining on premises Specializing in Steaks, Seafood & Pasta

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20.00 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise facility open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. stationary bike, two treadmills, Elliptical trainer. Overlooks pool & courtyard

Children's activities Indoor pool, video games