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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, Boise

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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, located 16.5 miles north of downtown Boise, is a short drive from the airport and surrounding communities. Since 1942, Bogus Basin has been offering family-friendly mountain recreation for generations of enthusiasts. The non-profit recreation area offers 2,600 acres of daytime skiable terrain and 165 acres for night skiing and riding; seven lifts and three people-mover carpets; and an 800-foot tubing hill. A hidden gem, the area boasts 91 named runs, an 1800 foot vertical drop, and a Nordic center that offers 37 kilometers of groomed trail for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. And - you don't want to miss the most spectacular views around.
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  • By Dream51537516867
    Such a good deal for ID skiing. We rented equipment. Night ski is a great bargain. There was a blizzard when we went and the fresh powder was so incredible. Nice ski lifts. For more advanced skiers...  more »
  • By gotsunglasses
    Started taking my kids skiing last season and we've loved it. Luckily we can go up during the week to avoid the busy weekends. The staff are friendly. Kids recently had their first lessons and...  more »
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