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Winter Weekend at Bogus Basin

Amazing view from the condo



Bogus Basin is one of the many gems of Treasure Valley: close to Boise, affordable (it is a non-profit organization!), and offers many different options for winter recreation. Bogus is basically the go-to winter destination for close-to-home winter downhill and Nordic skiing, snow tubing, and snowshoe hiking. 

Even though this winter recreation area is only about an hour's drive from Boise, it can also be a great location for a quick weekend winter getaway. Bogus Basin has a number of condos for rent through Vacasa or VRBO. The Pioneer Condos are on top of the mountain close to Pioneer Lodge. These condos offer Wi-Fi, ski-in/ski-out location (you can see people skiing about 10 feet from the condo!), and luxurious hot tubs to relax after a long day of skiing.  

Although Bogus Basin is primarily known for its incredible winter activities, the area boasts lots of mountain biking and hiking trails to be enjoyed in the warmer months. There are also great opportunities for wildflower viewing, horseback riding, disc golf, and even a mountain coaster to try in the warmer months. There are tons of options to get outdoors and enjoy Bogus Basin year-round, and you can save the drive home to Boise by staying at one of the condos for a perfect weekend getaway! 

Watching a mystical snow front move in over Schaeffer Butte

Skiing in a winter wonderland


Bogus has great hiking and biking trails in the warmer months

 

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Location: Boise, ID, USA

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