Cover photo by Matt Vielle courtesy of Silver Mountain
Nestled in the Bitterroot Mountains above Kellogg, Idaho, Silver Mountain Resort transforms into a summer playground once the snow melts. And there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of it, from lift-accessed mountain biking and scenic gondola rides to indoor waterpark thrills, golf at Galena Ridge, and biking on one of the country’s finest paved trail systems, the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. Whether you’re seeking adrenaline, relaxation, or quality family time, Silver Mountain delivers it all.
Ride the Bike Park: Silver Mountain’s bike park is one of the best in the Northwest, offering trails for every skill level. Beginners can roll through mellow flow trails, while seasoned riders can opt to charge down technical downhill hits, all accessible with a ride up on Silver Mountain’s gondola. Rentals and lessons are available on-site, and paired with progression trail options that facilitate skill building, Silver makes it easy for the whole family to get in on the action.
Take a Scenic Gondola Ride and Summit Hike: Even if two wheels aren’t your thing, the gondola ride alone is worth the trip. Soaring up the side of a mountain to nearly 6,300 feet, riders enjoy often unseen bird’s-eye views of what’s typically a fly-by stretch of I-90 mountain scenery. At the summit, short hiking trails wind through wildflower meadows and bear grass where more mountain-view panoramas await.
Splash It Up in the Waterpark: Turn your Silver Mountain trip into an overnighter at the resort and access to the Silver Rapids Indoor Waterpark is included. This massive family favorite features waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, hot tubs, a full bar and more. After a day on the mountain, it’s the perfect way to unwind.
Silver Mountain and the surrounding Silver Valley deliver summer adventure for every type of summer fun seeker. Silvermt.com
