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OPEN FOR SEASON!
Explore vast terrain in the meadows at Tamarack. Snowshoe through 24k of designated trails varying from wide open views of lake Cascade to dense forests full of wildlife. Whether you're adventuring alone or the whole family is heading out, grab your rentals or bring your own and enjoy our winter wonderland.
Walk On The Wild Side
As the scenery unfolds around you, you’ll discover stillness and serenity in the rolling hills, meadows, pine stands, aspens and our namesake, Tamarack groves. You might even cross paths with deer and other non-hibernating wildlife types like yourself. Put one foot in front of the other, and soon you'll be at peace closer to nature.
If you don’t have your own gear, we’ll get you set up and point you in the right direction. Tamarack’s snowshoe and Nordic trails are open every day, from dawn to dusk during the ski season. Trails are groomed Monday and Friday mornings throughout the season.
Your quickest way to the top! Whether you’re new to snow sports or carving turns in the powder, this lesson is tailored for you. All skill levels accepted.
To book a lesson within 48 hours or for special requests, please contact the Sports School directly at 208-325-1025.
Any changes to lesson start time and/or date must be confirmed at least 48 hours in advance of the designated start time. All changes subject to availability.
Lessons will not be extended, rescheduled or refunded due to the late arrival.
Lesson cancellation must be confirmed 48 hours in advance of the designated start time.
Any lesson cancelled less than 48 hours prior to lesson start time or any no-show will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the full lesson price.
Full payment is required at the time of booking.
A lesson may be changed or cancelled should the ski area be closed due to operational or weather conditions.
We reserve the right to not sell any lesson that is likely to result in a negative experience for guests or instructors.
We reserve the right to remove any student from any lesson without refund.
Please arrive for lesson start times dressed and ready to go. Please allow for time to pick up your pass and rentals.
Late arrivals will not be permitted to join and will forfeit the lesson without refund.
For lessons with lunch included, instructors will supervise lunch breaks. Lunch breaks are closed to parents and guardians to minimize lesson interruption
Fat biking is one of the easiest and yet most rewarding ways to explore the trails at Tamarack!
Though it started in the 1980s, fat biking has grown in popularity in recent years. A longtime favorite for transportation on warm sandy beaches, these mountain bikes equipped with extra-wide tires are also a great choice for exploring groomed trails.
The under pressurized tires with thick tread provide plenty of traction in snow, making it easy to climb the gentle hills. Exploring the woods on a fat bike is an exciting and unique way to experience Tamarack’s winter wonderland. Work your way to any of the open meadows for great views, and when you crest a hill, kick the pedaling into overdrive to feel the wind rush past as you descend.
The Tamarack Nordic Trail system offers a variety of trails that wind through open meadows and forested paths with towering pines. Choose your own adventure through the groves of Aspen, fir, and Tamarack trees on your classic or skate skis, Fat Tire Bike or snowshoes. Our regular grooming program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings) ensures multiple kilometers of optimal terrain throughout the season. Nordic Trails are open every day from dawn to dusk during the ski season.
A fun and engaging group lesson geared for kids who want to improve their skiing ability through a fun learning environment. Each week will have a coaching element mixed with some excitement and adventure. Our goal is for coaches to be with the same students the entire 8-week session. Groups will be created based on ability level and age.
Winter Trailblazers
Trailblazers is designed for children ages 4-12 who have previous skiing experience. Participants must be able to confidently ski basic green terrain in control while making wedge turns and must be able to perform a gliding wedge to a stop.
We will have one day or two day options available. Trailblazers will continue to be coached by our certified and experienced instructors that are passionate about snow sports.
All participants will be responsible for providing a lift ticket or season pass and ski equipment including a helmet.
Daily equipment rentals are available at a 15% discount to participants.
Rental equipment must be secured before the lesson begins.
Students must be 4 years old on the first day of the program.
Ages
4 – 12 years
Duration
8 weeks. Each day includes 4+ hours of snow sports progression and coaching.
Dates
Saturdays: 1/7, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 and 3/11
Sundays: 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5 and 3/12
Class does not meet the weekends of Martin Luther King Jr. Day or President’s Day.
Schedule
9:30am - Check-in
10:00 - 10:20 - Warmup session on Discovery Chair
10:20 - 12:00 - Skills coaching
12:00 - 12:55 - Break for lunch
1:00 - 3:15 - Practice & apply the skills from the morning session
3:15 - 3:30 - Class dismissal
Includes
A full day of lessons and experiences. Season pass, day tickets, and rentals are extra.
2023 Schedule
Trailblazer Tryouts January 7 & 8
To make sure that we set up all the participants for the most success possible, the first day will consist of; separating the groups by an on-snow evaluation. The students will be asked to perform some basic skiing maneuvers to showcase their skills. Regardless of previous ability expect to spend most of the morning on the bottom half of the Resort (Discovery and Tamarack Express).
Balance & Terrain Park January 21 & 22
Focus will be on balance (Control the relationship of the Center of Mass to the base of support to direct pressure along the length of the skis). Giving students the ability to understand dynamic balance, and how it plays as an integral platform for most skiing to occur. This day we will also explore Tamarack’s Freestyle parks; Smart style, how to navigate the features safely, and get the chance to get your jib on while focusing on stance and balance.
Pressure & Snow Cat January 28 & 29
Regardless of if we are adding, managing, or removing pressure on our skis, it is always present. This day we really dissect what we use Pressure (Control pressure from ski to ski and direct pressure toward the outside ski) for. We also get to have a up close interaction with a snow cat that Tamarack Resort uses day to day to keep our runs groomed. Check out the cool snow cats and see how they work.
Rotation or Counter Rotation? & Avalanche Dogs February 4 & 5
Rotation or Counter Rotation are two of the keys to successful skiing (Control the skis rotation (turning, pivoting, steering) with leg rotation, separate from the upper body). Our instructors will give you some new skills and drills to help you focus our attention on when and where we use these skills effectively. We will also use those skills to go explore the mountain. We will check out some hidden stashes on the mountain and learn some snow safety from Patrol. This is one of our favorite days as well, we get to go visit the avalanche dogs!
Control in Slalom & Giant Slalom February 18 & 19
We create angles constantly when skiing. Today’s focus will be on what angles help us do while on our skis (Control edge angles through a combination of inclination and angulation). We also will set-up a variety of race scenarios this day and encourage all our participants to spend some time experiencing what it feels like to ski through a racecourse.
Body Equipment Connection February 25 & 26
How do we navigate the connection between our bodies and skis? It is the relationship of the body to the equipment (Regulate the magnitude of pressure created through ski/snow interaction). This day focuses on trying to combine all previous week’s skills together.
Control Off Piste March 4 & 5
Groomers are fun, but have you ever skied off trail? Today we will look at some of the most important parts of skiing off the groomers. Adapting turn shape, picking your line, and assessing snow conditions will all be a part of your day.
End of Program Celebration & Costume Day March 11 & 12
End of season exhibition and pizza party for participants and family. We’ll have classes all around the mountain showcasing what they’ve worked on during the program. We’ll have a racecourse set-up, freestyle park sessions, and be riding all around Tamarack Resort. This is also our costume Day- Dress to impress. Disney characters, super-hero’s, favorite character in movie, get creative!
We invite family to come and see all the hard work that their Trailblazers put into their skiing. We host a party for everyone to get to sit and visit with all the instructors.
Discover fresh powder and fresh West Central Mountain air across Tamarack’s 1,100+ acres of lift-accessible terrain with 2,800 vertical feet. Three high-speed quad chairlifts provide access to 50 runs, which receive an average of 300 inches of annual snowfall. Carve or careen down high-speed corduroy groomers, open bowls, steeps and cornices or cruise through hundreds of acres of glade skiing and gate-accessed backcountry. Ready to test your skills? Then hit one of terrain parks featuring rails, jumps and jibs for all levels.
Getting to the chair is quicker than ever with RFID lift gates—just scan and go. Save even more time by pre-purchasing passes and day tickets online and then picking them up at one of the five kiosks located throughout the snow front or The Village at Tamarack.
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Experience white water rafting in Idaho on one of the most beautiful stretches of rivers the state has to offer! River rafting trips are designed for you to cool off and enjoy some fun in the sun. Expert guides deliver a thrilling white water rafting experience on Idaho’s renowned Payette River. Tamarack white water river rafting trips are an enjoyable way to embrace the rapids and scenic views that Idaho has to offer.
White Water Rafting In Idaho
White Water Rafting Adventures
Adult Full Day Trip 13 years and older
$99
Junior Full Day Trip 12 years and younger
$79
Full-Day White Water Rafting Trip
May through mid-September
Full day, guided white water trip
Minimum: 4 people
Maximum: 24 people - Groups larger than 24, please call Guided Services208.325.1029
Trip duration is 7 hours
Trip length: 11 miles
Includes round trip transportation, delicious riverside lunch, personal flotation device and rafting paddle
Trip allows time for riverside lunch
Check in at the Guided Adventures Desk, located below Real Estate: 9:00am start and return at approximately 4:00pm
Adults $99 plus tax, Juniors (12 & under) $79 plus tax
Q: Do I need to have prior experience to go white water rafting? A: No, your guides will give you a orientation and coach you throughout the river trip.
Q: Do I need to be in good shape for white water rafting? A: You will have to be physically fit enough to do short bursts of paddling and the ability to swim in case you fall from the raft.
Q: If I have a winter season pass do I get a discount? A: Unfortunately no, the price remains the same for white water rafting trips.
Q: What should I bring along for the raft trip? A: Tamarack provides a raft, guide, transportation to and from the river, personal flotation devices and paddles. You should wear shoes or sandals. Small backpacks with towels or dry clothes can be left in the shuttle and available for you when you get off the river.
Q: Is tipping the rafting guide allowed or expected? A: It is customary to tip your guides 10%, if they did a good job and you had a great time. Tips are appreciated.
Enjoy disc golf on the mountain! Featuring a 9-hole course that is only two years old.
New for summer 2021, Tamarack has added a brand new 9-hole course right at the Village base, near the Discovery Chair. This challenging new lower-mountain course can be accessed off the main Village parking area near the Wildhorse Dome. If you take your time you might even find some morels in the spring and huckleberries in the summer!
Discs are available for rent at Tamarack Outfitters, located in the Village Plaza.
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Ever wonder why we’re named Tamarack Resort? It’s because of the remarkable tamarack trees (Western Larch) that surround the resort and change from pine green to Autumn gold as fall arrives. You're invited to experience these vibrant colors from September through November, as the mountains prepare for winter. Below we have highlighted the best ways for you to experience the magnificent fall colors in Idaho, from the Tamarack Grove on the resort, to the aspen tress in the meadows, we have all the beauty Idaho has to offer!
Livestock Etiquette
What do you get if you cross an angry sheep and a moody cow? An animal that’s in a baaaaaaaad moooooood. All jokes aside, you may encounter both animals along West Mountain Road this fall. Here are a few tips on how to interact with these animals.
The sheep are typically protected by Great Pyrenees or other working sheep dogs. They are not pets, they take their job seriously!
Mountain bikers should dismount from their bikes.
Walk your bike through the sheep and then continue on your ride.
Keep your pets on a leash.
If the working dogs approach you, talk to them and let them know you are a human and not a threat.
Approach cattle very slowly and give them time to move off the trail.
If a cow runs down the trail in front of you, stop and wait, and let the animal move off the trail.
If you see anyone harassing cattle, wildlife or wild horses, please notify the BLM or the Forest Service.
