Bald Mountain, ID

Idaho’s ski paradise, 2 1/2 hours east of Boise, is Bald Mountain (aka Baldy), known for its steep pitch and bone-dry powder. For a hangout alternative to the town of Sun Valley, head to nearby Ketchum for its stylish indie shops, saloons, and restaurants rivaling what you’d find in the big city.

Stay: Wake up in one of the three ski-in yurts at Galena Lodge, with your order of freshly baked breakfast muffins delivered to your front flap. From $125; galenalodge.com