Things To Do

Baker Lake Hike

Great short hike to a beautiful lake north of Ketchum. Turn onto Baker Creek Road about 15 miles north of Ketchum and drive 10 miles to the trailhead.

Norton Lakes Hike

Moderate difficulty hike to another amazing lake. Take Highway 75 about 15 miles to Baker Creek Road. After 6 miles turn right onto Forest Road 170 (there will be signs for Norton Creek). There is an upper and a lower lake, and you have the option to continue on and hike a loop, passing several more lakes including Big Lost Lake on the way back to the trailhead. The loop is a much more technical hike!

Redfish Lake

Redfish Lake is a must see if you have the chance. Just over an hour's drive north of Ketchum. The drive will take you over Galena Summit and along the Salmon River in the Stanley Basin with great views of the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Redfish has great beaches for swimming, lots of hiking around the lake, and a big expansive lake to get out on the water. Redfish Lodge has music on the lawn in front of the lake many evenings throughout the Summer, and you can rent paddle boards, kayaks, etc. https://redfishlake.com/activities/music-at-redfish/

Titus Lake Hike

Short, very easy hike with beautiful views. A 30 minute drive north from Ketchum gets you to the Titus Lake trailhead, just before Galena Summit. Continue your drive up to the Summit after the hike to get a great view of the Sawtooth Mountains and Stanley Basin.

Scenic Outlook from Bald Mountain

Mostly shady 3.5 mile hike to a great lookout over the valley - great on a hot day. If you're up for it, keep going to get to Roundhouse restaurant (see recommendation further down).

Chocolate Gulch Trail

Nice trail close to town for walking/hiking.

Fox Creek Trail

Walking/hiking trail following the Big Wood River

Proctor Mountain Trail

Great hike for a quick workout right in town. Get in about 1,000 vertical feet in a 3.5 mile loop with great views of town and Bald Mountain. Also part of Proctor is Rudd Mountain — the first ski lift in the USA is there!

Additional Hikes

We've mentioned a few favorites, but there are way too many great hikes to list. Here are some more resources to find whatever type of hiking you're looking for! https://www.alltrails.com/us/idaho/stanley https://www.alltrails.com/us/idaho/ketchum https://www.summitpost.org/pioneer-mountains-id/477625

Stanley

Stanley is on the other side of Galena Pass, about 1 hour north of Ketchum. This town is close to the Sawtooth Mountains, which have unbelievable hikes, lakes, and views. Stanley is a great place to stop for breakfast or lunch (try Stanley Baking Company & Café!) on your way into or out of the mountains.

Bike Rental

Biking is a great way to get around Ketchum/Sun Valley and the Wood River Valley. There are bike trails everywhere!

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Lost River Outfitters

Favorite fly fishing shop. Stop by here to get your fishing license and buy some flies!

Lodge Bowling Alley

Bowling alley at Sun Valley Lodge!

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Roundhouse / Bald Mountain

Roundhouse is a restaurant on Bald Mountain, the ski mountain in Sun Valley, open for lunch in the summers on Thursdays-Mondays. From Roundhouse, you can enjoy stunning views over the valley and the surrounding mountain ranges! You can purchase a gondola ticket up (starting June 26), or you can earn your lunch and hike up! The gondola ride down is free. To hike: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/roundhouse-via-bald-mountain-trail (and remember you can save your knees and take the gondola down!)

Java On Fourth

Favorite spot for coffee

Lefty's Bar & Grill

Casual spot for burgers, with a nice deck.

Pioneer Saloon

Classic Western bar and restaurant. Steak and potatoes kind of place - very popular!

Sawtooth Club

Good food and drinks - one of Ernest Hemingway's favorite spots when he lived in Ketchum.

Warfield Distillery & Brewery

Great craft liquors! Nice roof deck for food and drinks.

The Kneadery

Great spot for breakfast with fun decor.

Bigwood Bread & Cafe

Great breakfast and lunch spot, with lots of healthy and not-so-healthy options!

Ketchum Grill

A higher-end option with great food and service. The same owners also run the delicious Enoteca and Town Square Tavern restaurants.

Galena Lodge

Great place to stop for lunch if you are hiking up near Galena summit. The adult grilled cheese is delicious!!

Despo’s

A great Mexican spot, with a big deck for outdoor dining.

Grumpy's

An institution! This is a burger spot that serves big ole' schooners of beer.