FROSTY ADVENTURES Bear Lake Valley
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hen mother nature cools down Southeast Idaho and covers the landscape with a fresh, soft blanket of snow, winter explorers come out to play. Southeast Idaho spoils visitors with a variety of winter wonderland adventures. From ice fishing to snowmobiling and yurt camping to down-hill skiing, Southeast Idaho has the cure to your winter blues. So, whether you are a hardcore winter enthusiast or just want a snow day, there’s a perfect adventure waiting for you!
FROSTY ADVENTURES Snow Much Fun! and valleys. With easy access to trail heads and rentals available in many locations, Southeast Idaho is a perfect location for your next snowmobile trip. If serenity is what you seek, sled right from the cabin into the green pines at Cub River. Bear Lake Valley is another sublime location for snowmobiling, as it’s surrounded by mountain ranges and 350 miles of groomed snowmobile trails! Veteran riders can cruise off the groomed trails and into wide open spaces filled with deep powder or summit one of the nearby mountains for a spectacular view. Snowmobile season begins as early as late November and goes well into April. Outof-Staters just need to purchase a nonresident snowmobile user certificate. IdahoHighCountry.org has free interactive and
North Bear Lake Valley
POWDER SLED PARADISE Sled over 600 miles of Southeast Idaho’s groomed, uncrowded snowmobile trails. Sparkling snowcapped trees, fresh air, and wildlife are only a few of the treasures one can encounter on your route through the majestic mountains
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Pebble Creek Ski Area
downloadable trail maps for: Montpelier, Southern and Northern Bear Lake, Mink Creek, the Portneuf Range, Cottonwood, Malad, Bone & Wolverine, Soda Springs, Eastern Soda Springs, and the American Falls Sublett Area. Don’t forget your hand warmers!
ADRENALINE PUMPING PEBBLE
Pebble Creek Ski Area is Southeast Idaho’s go-to spot for downhill skiing and is quickly becoming an uncovered gem in the ski community. Switch backs and fresh powder are calling! Located 20 minutes south of Pocatello, Pebble Creek offers 1,100 acres of skiable snow and 54 runs with an extensive bunny hill and challenging upper slopes. Show off your bag of tricks in one of Pebble Creek’s two terrain parks featuring rails, boxes, and jumps.
