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Sun Valley Resort, North America's pioneering ski destination established in 1936, eagerly welcomes guests for its 88th winter season beginning on November 23, 2023. Exciting updates include the installation of cutting-edge Challenger and Flying Squirrel chairlifts, the expansion of the Lower Flying Squirrel trail, a revamped website for online bookings, and a new 6-pack Doppelmayr lift, the Challenger, boasting North America's largest vertical rise. The resort's annual Pray for Snow Party returns on November 11, offering fun and charitable activities.
Sun Valley Resort, the first destination ski resort in North America, founded in 1936, is excited to welcome guests for its 88th winter season starting on November 23, 2023. Visitors can anticipate enjoying the latest additions to the resort, including the Challenger and Flying Squirrel chairlifts at the Warm Springs base, as well as the new Lower Flying Squirrel trail, all part of the Warm Springs Enhancement plan. Sun Valley has also introduced a revamped website, offering a user-friendly platform for booking various online services, such as lodging deals, lift tickets, private and group lessons, and rental equipment. You can also explore the new trail map for the 2023-24 winter season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sun Valley (@sunvalley) The resort has replaced the Challenger and Greyhawk lifts with a state-of-the-art Doppelmayr 6-pack, complete with a mid-station unload, covering an impressive 3,138 vertical feet in just 8 minutes. This new lift retains the name Challenger and features the largest vertical rise in North America. The Flying Squirrel chairlift, a Doppelmayr 4-pack, now transports skiers from the Warm Springs base to mid-mountain, providing access to slopes of all difficulty levels and the River Run base area. Advanced skiers can conveniently reach Warm Springs via the newly extended Lower Flying Squirrel trail. Weather and conditions permitting, these new lifts and terrain are scheduled to open in mid-December.In anticipation of the upcoming winter season, Sun Valley Resort's annual Pray for Snow Party returns to River Run Lodge on November 11, featuring vintage costumes, a dance party, a raffle, and a food drive benefiting the Hunger Coalition. You can find more details on the event calendar.If you're planning to visit, you can still purchase season passes for the upcoming season, including Sun Valley Resort's annual pass offerings and renewed partnerships with Ikon Pass and The Mountain Collective.Additionally, Sun Valley Resort has introduced App Push Notifications and SMS text messages for efficient communication with guests. Stay informed about the latest updates, including weather-related information. More details can be found here.
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Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
