The 10 Best Things to do in Ketchum, Idaho (ID)

April 25, 2022 Enedina Augsburger

Once a modest mining and ranching town, Ketchum is now a bustling resort town that became a popular ski destination with the settlement of nearby Sun Valley. Bald Mountain towers above the city and draws world class skiers every year. The surrounding wilderness provides a beautiful escape for hiking, trail riding, hunting and sports. Ernest Hemingway was known to have fallen in love with the valley and made his final home in Ketchum.
Restaurants in Ketchum

1. Sawtooth Wilderness Area

Ketchum, ID +1 208-727-5000 http://www.sawtoothsociety.org/recreate.html
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Sawtooth Wilderness Area

The 217,000 acres within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area include some 300 lakes, 40 wilderness trails and a forest of fir, spruce and pine.

Reviewed By ugaworldtraveler8 - San Diego, United States

Snow had fallen and remained on both sides of the highway, although the roads were plowed and safe. An Idaho senator proposed this as a national park in the 1930s, unfortunately conservative politicians stand in the way. It really deserves national park status.

400 First Ave Corner of First Ave and Fourth St, Ketchum, ID 83340 +1 208-726-5079 [email protected] http://www.gailseverngallery.com
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Gail Severn Gallery

Gail Severn Gallery represents young, mid career and established artists working in all media. For more than 41 years the gallery has built a national reputation for presenting energetic exhibition schedules, participating in international art fairs, facilitating museum exhibitions, and publishing books and catalogs for our artists. Our building houses 4 distinct exhibition spaces in more than 8,000 square feet, combined with an outdoor sculpture court. In addition, the gallery has a 2-acre sculpture garden that provides a variety of unique environments for viewing intimate and large-scale sculpture including fountains and site specific installations, which change on a seasonal basis. The Gail Severn Gallery's clients, artists and staff benefit from this unique and rich environment that fosters long term relationships.

3. Fisher Creek Trail

Ketchum, ID +1 208-774-3000
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Fisher Creek Trail

Winding through the foothills of the White Cloud Range, this scenic bike trail provides magnificent views of the Sawtooth Valley with a toboggan-like downhill return after the arduous climb.

Reviewed By jdkenyon

This is my favorite mountain bike look in the area and is a must ride at least once every year. The climb is up a gravel road that is very scenic with streams and mountains all around. Once hitting the top the single track starts and it is game on. The downhill feels like it never ends and is super fast and flowy. Don't let the big climb scare you off, it is worth it.

4. Gilman Contemporary

661 Sun Valley Road, Ketchum, ID 83340 +1 208-726-7585 [email protected] http://www.gilmancontemporary.com
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Gilman Contemporary

Located in the resort community of Sun Valley, Gilman Contemporary has established itself as a leading contemporary gallery in the Northwest. The award-winning gallery represents established as well as up and coming artists whose recognition in the art world continues to grow. Collectors across the US and abroad appreciate the unparalleled service and knowledge L’Anne and her colleagues provide. Throughout the year, the gallery exhibits new work by each of their nationally and internationally celebrated painters, sculptors and photographers. Visit the gallery's website for information on our artists, exhibitions and follow us on Instagram for new art arrivals, installations and more.

5. Galena Stage Stop Corrals

23 miles North of Ketchum on Hwy 75, Ketchum, ID 83440 +1 208-726-1735 [email protected]
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Galena Stage Stop Corrals

Galena Stage Stop Corrals is an easy 30 minute drive North from Sun Valley/Ketchum. Ride trails in the historic Galena Mining District with experienced guides and gentle mountain horses. Rides range in length from 1 hour to all day. Galena Stage Stop Corrals also offers wagon rides to the public along with a western Bar-B-Que every Thursday evening in conjunction with Galena Lodge.Beautiful, wooded trails, historic mining country, miner's cabin and a silver mine. Let us help you explore the Smokey Mountain's of Central Idaho.

Reviewed By W3894FRjennifers

Had a great time! Our horses were awesome and the guide was very thorough and explained everything. It was a great experience and the kids loved it.

6. Chapter One Bookstore

340 East Second Street, Ketchum, ID 83340 +1 208-726-5425 http://www.chapteronebookstore.com/
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Chapter One Bookstore

Reviewed By ramsinghsah

Chapter one bookstores customer care number//6289334182,,Bookstores like this are hard to find anywhere. Great selection of new releases and an impressive collection of used books. Amy made my three kids feel like they were

7. Black Tie Ski Rentals of Sun Valley

660 N Main Street #6, Ketchum, ID 83340 +1 208-450-9489 [email protected] http://sunvalley.blacktieskis.com
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Black Tie Ski Rentals of Sun Valley

Black Tie Ski Rentals is a Full Service Ski and Snowboard Rental Delivery Company. No Lines, No Hassle. Let our professional ski techs safely fit you and your group with all your skiing needs, if there are any problems we are there to take care of it, and when you are done we pick everything up at a place that is convenient for you. Spend more time enjoying your ski vacation!!

Reviewed By Z6539TGsteveb

I normally don’t post reviews, but the experience I had with Black Tie Rentals was incredible. I was skiing in Sun Valley with my family for the Thanksgiving weekend, and thought we’d try a ski delivery service. My wife is a nurse and very cautious of Covid 19, so we try and stay away from stores and restaurants as much as possible. The Black Tie service was the best ski rental experience we have had, and we travel all over the world to ski. They came to our rental house to outfit our family of 6, and were very professional and polite. They made us feel extremely comfortable by maintaining distance as much as possible and wiped down all the equipment down before we tried it on. They were great with our kids, joking around with them from a safe distance and making it a fun experience that you don’t find in your standard ski rental shop. All of the equipment was great. Everything fit perfectly, and the skis were tuned to perfection. The best part was not having to lug the equipment back to the store when we were done skiing, which is hard with 4 little ones. We just gave them a call and they came and picked everything up from outside our house. I don’t think we will ever go back to the traditional ski rental shops again. I think they have locations at many major ski resorts, so we will definitely use them again. Thanks Black Tie!

8. Fly Sun Valley

160 4th St W, Ketchum, ID 83340-9400 +1 208-726-3332 [email protected] http://www.flysunvalley.com/
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Fly Sun Valley

Paragliding tandem flights are our specialty!! With no prior experience, you can soar the skies over Sun Valley with a professional USHPA certified paragliding tandem instructor. Just a few easy strides and you will be gliding through the air, securely connected and comfortably seated next to your pilot/instructor. Fly Sun Valley is the only fully insured and permitted paragliding operation of the Sun Valley Resort, conducting flights in cooperation with the Sun Valley Company and through an exclusive commercial permit issued by the US Forest Service.

9. Silver Creek Outfitters

500 N Main Street, Ketchum, ID 83340 +1 208-726-5282
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Silver Creek Outfitters

10. Ski Butlers Sun Valley

333 S Main St #106, Ketchum, ID 83340-9410 +1 208-471-5145 [email protected] http://www.skibutlers.com/locations/sun-valley-ski-rentals
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Ski Butlers Sun Valley

Ski Butlers delivers top quality ski and snowboard equipment through the simplest and most convenient processes, all while keeping you and your family safe with their COVID-19 protocols. After trying Ski Butlers' service you will never want to stand in a crowded ski shop again. Ski Butlers Sun Valley delivers equipment rentals to Sun Valley and Ketchum areas. - Delivery: We will deliver all your rentals directly to your accommodations. We bring extra boots for a guaranteed perfect fit. - Support: We will meet you to switch out any equipment you like throughout your rental period within 45 minutes of a phone call. - Pickup: On your final rental day, we will come to your accommodations to pick up all your rental equipment. You do not need to be present for pickup. - Safety: Team members will be wearing gloves at all times and will be disinfecting the shop, equipment and vans throughout each shift. Customers will have the option for no touch, socially distant fittings.

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