Kelly Canyon vs Sun Valley

Kelly Canyon (Idaho) and Sun Valley (Idaho) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatKelly CanyonSun Valley
Vertical drop879 ft (268 m)3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Summit elevation6,683 ft9,121 ft
Base elevation5,807 ft5,761 ft
Lifts412
Runs56142
Beginner terrain30%38%
Intermediate terrain54%27%
Expert terrain16%35%
Night skiingYesNo

Sun Valley has the bigger vertical (3,363 ft vs 879 ft); Sun Valley has more runs (142 vs 56); Sun Valley skews more expert (35% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Kelly CanyonIndy Pass: 2 days
Sun ValleyIkon Pass: 7 daysMountain Collective: 2 days

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

Stay near Kelly Canyon

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