The Best Ski Resorts for Powder Skiing in Idaho
Idaho's powder zones offer some of the most untouched, dry snow in the US, with resorts that fly under the radar compared to their more famous neighbours. Our Snomad community has skied these pristine stashes and rated them based on powder quality, accessibility, and consistency. These unbiased rankings come straight from passionate powder hounds who know where to find the goods when the snow starts falling. Think we've missed something? Add your own experiences to our collection here.
Looking for more than just powder? Check out Idaho's resorts ranked for Tree Skiing, Expert Skiers, or Quiet Slopes to plan your perfect mountain adventure.
Best Ski Resort for Powder in Idaho: Tamarack Resort - Powder Zones Rating
Powder hunters take note – Tamarack Resort delivers the goods when the snow falls. Our users consistently praise the powder quality, with one expert skier mentioning "powder for days after a storm." The resort's off-piste terrain gets high marks, with the out-of-bounds areas described as "fantastic" by Nicholas, an expert skier. Advanced riders particularly love the tree runs, which several reviewers rate highly. When conditions align, the mountain "skis excellently" according to long-time visitors. Best of all, the relatively uncrowded slopes mean fresh tracks last longer than at busier Idaho resorts.
#2 Schweitzer - Powder Zones Rating
Schweitzer's powder zones are seriously impressive, with glades that'll make your heart race. Our reviewers mention that the backside offers epic terrain for powder hunters, with Glade-iator being a must-hit on fresh snow days. One Snomad community member liked that you can lap untracked powder for hours off the Great Escape quad and White Lightning run. The front side's South Bowl features wide-open bowls leading into fantastic tree skiing, while the Outback Bowl caters to experts with tight, steep tree lines. For the truly adventurous, the Lakeside Chutes offer prime sending opportunities when conditions are right.
#3 Brundage Mountain Resort - Powder Zones Rating
Brundage Mountain Resort boasts exceptional powder zones that consistently impress skiers. One Snomad community member, Elliott, an expert skier, claims it has "the best tree skiing out of every mountain" he's ever visited, including resorts across Colorado, Canada and Washington. The Hidden Valley area comes highly recommended by Zane for "advanced cliffy terrain and powder skiing," with accessible side-country options available for the adventurous. The mountain's reputation for quality snow is well-earned – their motto is "Best snow in Idaho" according to Joseph, who appreciates the resort's old-school, no-nonsense approach. Even on non-powder days, you can still "find powder in the trees," as Brian notes.
