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We provide guided trips in the magnificent Sawtooth National Forest, with over 450 miles of backcountry roads and trails within 4 forest service districts, ranging from three hours to five days and available April to October.
We offer rides for beginners through expert. Easy downhill, challenging cross country and technical single track. We also offer guided trips on Sun Valley's Baldy ski area.
Day trips: Our experienced guides will give you riding tips and discuss the natural history of the area. Full Suspension bikes, helmets, delightful lunches and transportation are included.
MULTI-DAY TRIPS
SMOKY MT. LODGE "Mountain Biking"
3 Days, 3 nights
Our first night we'll spend in Sun Valley. Then, after an early breakfast we'll shuttle you West out Warm Springs Creek, over the spectacular "Dollarhide Pass and deep into the Sawtooth National Forest to the newly constructed "Smoky Mountain Lodge" in the center of a network of one of the better mountain bike riding areas in the Sun Valley region. For the next 2 days we'll ride this seldom seen or ridden part of the Smoky mountain range with several forest service reconstructed trails. The evenings we'll return to the comfort of this state of the art lodge, have a delicious dinner, then relax on the decks overlooking the S Fork Boise River. Walking, hiking, fishing and soaking in the hot tub are available. We will also provide nutritious breakfasts and lunches, expert guides, and all necessary shuttles and bike maintenance. Trails are rates moderate to expert.
HOT SPRINGS/GHOST TOWN
3 to 5 days of mountain biking the Idaho backcountry with towering mountains everywhere. This multi-day trip rides from Ketchum to remote townsites of backcountry Idaho. The route is entirely within the Smoky Mountain Range of the Sawtooth National Forest, a region of spectacular panoramic views.
Our riding follows trout streams and rivers. We'll visit a ghost town from the 1800's mining era. "Bring that camera! " Each day you'll bike the old roads and trails of the surrounding mountains. Every evening you'll soak in a natural hot springs and relax over a delicious dinner. Support vehicle, guides, and excellent food are included. Suspension bikes and camping gear rentals are available.
LAND OF THE GIANTs Road Bike Tour
Ride for 6 days from Ketchum North over Galena Pass then follow down the Sawtooth Sceneic Byway and the Salmon River
to the town of Challis. From here we head South over Willow Creek Pass and coast down between 2 of the highest mountain ranges
in Idaho to the Mackey Reservoir and the lava fields of Craters of the Moon Nat'l Monumnet. From there we'll ride through the
farming/ranching communties of Carey and Picabo and on to the Wood River Valley via the Silver Creek Nature Preserve.
We'll hook up with the Rails to Trails bike path, which leads us back to Ketchum.
A spectular, supported road bike trip passing though 7 mountain ranges.
3 to 5 day Backcountry Single track truck supported Camp out.
Cycle from Ketchum/Sun Valley through remote backcountry Idaho along the headwaters of the Boise River, to the historic mining town of Atlanta. Spectacular panoramic views of several mountain ranges are only part of the wonder that is the Smoky Mountain range.
DAY TRIPS
DOWNHILL
GALENA SUMMIT
Descend the historic 'Old Toll Road' to the headwaters of the Salmon River through fields of wildflowers, with the spectacular Sawtooth Mountains in view. Continue the ride along 'The River Of No Return' for several more miles to our lunch spot by the beaver ponds. Our most popular ride! 5 hours
TRAIL CREEK
An easy downhill ride, close to Sun Valley. A combination of riding on paved bike path and roadway, dirt roads, and easy trails meandering next to Trail Creek winding through aspens and cottonwood trees and wildflowers. All this while you are enjoying views of Baldy ski mountain, the Pioneer and the Boulder Mountains. Lunch is served next to the creek. 3 hours
CORRAL CREEK
Descends from the base of the Pioneer Mountains to Trail creek. This road is all dirt, and has more of an elevation drop then Trail Creek. It also joins Trail Creek where the trail follows alongside the creek. The ride is about 12 miles and has spectacular scenery of the surrounding Mountains.. Lunch is server picnic style at Boundary campground.
FOX PEAK
We'll drive you to the base of Fox Peak. We then ride down East Fork Baker road, winding through foothills with views of four different mountain ranges. One of the more scenic rides on the planet. A wonderful lunch is provided. Single track option. 5 hours
PIONEER MOUNTAINS
Idaho's second highest range. On our descent, we inspect an old mining site and sheep camp, then have lunch in an aspen forest by the East Fork of Hyndman Creek. Kids love this trip. 5 hours.
WARM SPRINGS
This 26 mile tour will take us to the summit of Dollarhide Pass. From this panorama of several mountain ranges our road drops over 3,000 feet back to Sun Valley. Bring your swim suit for a dip in the Frenchman's Bend Hot Springs. 6 hours.
CROSS COUNTRY
OLD SAWTOOTH CITY
Ride through this historic district of one of the biggest mining boomtowns in Idaho. Our ride will visit the town site, several old mines, an early graveyard, and the log cabin ruins of this once thriving community in the shadow of the Sawtooth Range. 6 hours.
TRAIL CREEK
Originally one of the routes used by "Ore Wagons" during the early mining days of the "Old West", a very scenic narrow valley between two mountain ranges, the Boulder Mountains to the North and the Pioneer Mountains to the South.
This is an easy ride just East of Sun Valley, with moderate cross-country riding both up and down and an overall rise in elevation of just a few hundred feet. A combination of riding on paved roadway, dirt roads, and easy trails meandering next to Trail Creek winding through aspens and cottonwood trees. All this while you enjoy views of Baldy plus the Pioneer and Boulder Mountains. 3 hours
FRENCHMAN'S CREEK
A dirt road with exceptional scenery and moderate climbs, that will bring you to the base of the Sawtooth Wilderness. This out and back ride offers views of beaver ponds, with possible wildlife. Siteings and a low elevation gain. Lunch served picnic style along the Creek. 6 hours
SOME OF OUR BEST SINGLE TRACK RIDING
Sun Valley has been named by Velo Magazine as the new "Moab" for mt. biking, come and enjoy some our best rides!
BALD MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES
Professionally guided instructional rides on Bald Mountain. Close to 28 miles of trails available. Take the lift up and ride down challenging single track, or ride uphill and downhill (3000' vertical) each way for "the workout". Expert licensed guides, absolutely the best scenery. Downhill bikes available. Most trips are custom to your needs.
CORRAL CREEK: 6.8 mi., 675' elevation gain, start at 6075'. Rated easy moderate. This out and back ride has it all, quick climbs, and one of the best downhills around. Totally different and enjoyable each way.
WOLFTONE: 18.4 mi., 1,950' elevation gain, start at 5,850'. Rated difficult. A fun challenging ride with beautiful scenery.
IMPERIAL GULCH: 10 mi., 1,550' elevation gain, start at 5,900' . Rated moderate/difficult. Very scenic ride, An uphill grind with a fun downhill.
GREENHORN/MAHONEY: 11.8 mi., 2,100' elevation gain, start at 5,900'. Rated difficult. A moderate climb, excellent views of the Pioneer Mtns., terrific downhill riding.
RED WARRIOR CREEK: 10.2 mi., 1,950' elevation gain, start at 5,900'. Single track/jeep road, hot springs, rated difficult. Good climbing, best all around views, technical descent to fairly big creek crossing and hot springs.
POISON FLATS TRAIL: 13.2 mi., 1,050' elevation gain, start at 6,850'. Single track/jeep road, hot springs, rated difficult. Some difficult climbing to sheep camp, then switchback descent to Warm Springs.
N. FORK DEER CREEK: 11.3 mi., 1,470'gain, start at 5,970'. Single track/jeep road, rated difficult. One third climbing, long descent with several technical sections and creek crossings.
SALMON AND BOISE RIVER HEADWATERS: 18 to 30 mi., 1,391' gain, start at 7,044. Single track/jeep road, hot springs, rated moderate/difficult, please inquire.
Our guides are well-seasoned local bikers, some masters racers, all mechanics, all first aid certified, they know our trails very well.
CUSTOM TRIPS
We will be happy to put together treks that are specific to your need, that will be customized for your group.
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It was memorable! Thanks – It was a great adventure!!
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Girl Scout Troop 732 Boise ID
We just want to say a big, fat, THANK YOU for letting us share a great weekend with you and your llama friends. The experience was much appreciated!
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Warm regards, Shannon, Danielle, Sun Valley Ketchum Chamber of Commerce
Thanks for the great day Saturday the hike, lunch, and company were great. Thank you to everyone.
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Dorie, Sun Valley
We must bring up the trek, the llamas, or you once a day since we’ve arrived home and if you have doubts about pleasing customers, then think of us!
You have no idea how much we miss you and the llamas! Not a day goes by without the word llama in it. Our short trip with you made a deep and lasting impression on us. It was simply wonderful and extra energy time for us, which we will remember and treasure for a long time, and you can quote me on that
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Jeff & Shari Smoky Mt. Photo Workshop
Jerry and I want to thank you for providing us with such a wonderful Outdoor Venture. Some of it was more challenging than we had anticipated—but that only added to the total experience. The food, the service, the biking, and the accommodations were the ultimate for Sawtooth National Forest. This was a trip we will remember fondly.
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Paula & Jerry
Hi Sue & Dave,
Trekking with you and the llamas was our best anniversary celebration ever! If you have an opportunity, please send me the recipes.
Hope to see you again next season.
Thanks for the memories!
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Sue & John
We were overwhelmed with your love & concern for all of us. Your ventures and talent of entertaining and caring about all of us. Pointing out beauty and leading use safely. We plan to come back & to spread the word about how awesome it was.
Thanks again for making the wedding so special. The cake was great too!...
Vern & Sylvia, Debbie & Tony
Steve and I just wanted to tell you again how much we enjoyed our pack trip to Norton Lakes with Charlie and Cocoa. I really learned a lot about llamas at the clinic Thank you (and Charlie & Cocoa) so much we had a great time.
Sincerely
Careda and Steve
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