Schweitzer Skiing

Terrain

Nestled in a basin at the base of the foothills of the Selkirk Mountains overlooking Lake Pend Oreille, Schweitzer Mountain offers 2,900 acres of lift accessible in-bounds terrain. Averaging an annual snowfall of 300 inches, Schweitzer’s 92 designated trails include two open bowls - Schweitzer Bowl and Outback Bowl. The breakout of the mountain is as follows: 20% of the terrain is beginner, 40% intermediate, 35% advanced and 5% is expert. All trails are serviced by nine chairlifts, of which two are available for night skiing.

Accommodating every level of skier and rider, Schweitzer also has an open gate policy for access to out-of-bounds terrain that spans over 200 additional miles of the Selkirk Mountains. Skier/Rider danger exists - beware: the limitless sidecountry and backcountry terrain spans across the Idaho panhandle, eastern Washington and southeastern British Columbia.

The longest run is 2.1 miles (Little Blue Ridge). Snowmaking covers 200 acres. The base elevation for the main village is 4,700 feet and 3,960 feet for the lowest chair. Top elevation is 6,400 feet with 2,440 feet of vertical.

Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort offers visitors a lot of potential activities: a variety of restaurants, cafeteria, lounges, daycare, deli/grocery, retail shop, gift shop, ski shop, children's programs and spectacular views. If you need any services, ski and snowboard rental as well as ski repair is available on the mountain.

Schweitzer is known for tree skiing. Head to Headwall and Siberia for great snow. If the snow is plentiful, head to the North and South Bowls for steeper terrain.

You can also take advantage of ski and snowboard lessons and special instruction in powder, telemark, cross country and children snowboarding. Ski lessons for kids are available for children ages 4 to 12. Both multi-day and beginner lessons for kids are available at the Snowsports School. There’s also an Adventure Camp that offers everything from chairlift rides to a climbing wall to swimming and more.

Breakfast Places

• For a quick espresso and scone, stop by Mojo Coyote Cafe. If you have time, you can also order one of the made-from-scratch breakfast items. 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Our Favorite Lunch Spots

• Powder Hound Pizza provides amazing pizza and a darn good Bloody Mary. Be prepared for a line if you get there during the lunch rush. 73 Village Lane, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Dinner

• The Nest at Sky House has a great patio with views of the surrounding countryside. Order one of the many small plates. 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Apres/Nightlife

• After a hard day on the slopes, head to everyone’s favorite après spot, Taps Lounge. Play some pool, or dance the night away with friends. 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road, Sandpoint, ID 83864