Soldier Mountain Ski Resort

What Soldier Mountain Ski Resort does

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort is a small, privately held independent ski area located in Fairfield, Idaho, operating under a US Forest Service Special Use Permit on the Sawtooth National Forest. The resort provides year-round mountain recreation built around 1,150 acres of lift-served terrain (7,177 ft peak elevation, 1,425 ft vertical, 35 named runs), 2,000 acres of guided backcountry terrain accessible via snowcat and Trax vehicles, and supporting infrastructure including a FIS homologated ENL downhill course, two chairlifts, a lodge with 250-person event capacity, and a yurt-based overnight system. Its product mix spans winter lift tickets and season passes, equipment rentals, PSIA/AASI certified ski school lessons (private, group, Ladies Day, Boot Camp), guided cat skiing, Trax skiing, and ski touring, plus a Snow Training Center hosting competitive athletes and SVSEF, weddings and private events, summer camps (capacity 25-200 participants), lift-served mountain biking, disc golf, and archery.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model through its own eStore (estore.soldiermountain.com) for ticketing, passes, rentals, lessons, and experiences, supplemented by direct email/phone sales for group bookings and private mountain rentals, and lodging partner referrals via the Stay & Ski Free program. Pricing is unit-based and publicly disclosed across all streams, with premium offerings including the My Mountain exclusive private resort rental ($11,999 buyout on Monday-Wednesdays) and high-margin cat/Trax backcountry experiences. Marketing relies on organic social (Facebook, Instagram), event-driven demand (NICA mountain bike series, RMSHA hillclimb), and community partnerships (Goal Beyond ski education nonprofit), with no paid advertising disclosed. The resort runs on a constrained Friday-Sunday winter schedule and a focused summer event window with 11-50 employees, and shows no disclosed funding, M&A, or ownership changes in the source material.

Name

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort

Legal name

Soldier Mountain

Website

https://soldiermountain.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort is a small independent ski area in Fairfield, Idaho, operating 1,150 acres of lift-served terrain and 2,000 acres of guided backcountry skiing on US Forest Service permit land, serving individual skiers, competitive athletes, weddings, and youth groups through direct-to-consumer e-commerce and event partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort and Mountain Recreation Services

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392), Recreational Goods Rental (532284), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Ski Areas & Lift Operations (Independent Mountains) (THAAAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Guided Backcountry & Off-Piste Services (Ski Touring, Splitboarding, Heli/Cat Skiing) (THAAAJAD), Snow & Mountain Unique Stays (Chalets, Ski Cabins) (THAMADAL)

Keywords

• Ski resort operations
• Ski instruction services
• Snowboard equipment rentals
• Backcountry cat skiing
• Mountain wedding venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairfield, ID

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Lift Tickets & Season Passes: Core revenue from day tickets and multi-day tickets sold through the eStore. Season passes available as annual subscription product. Core lift ticket sales drive the majority of resort traffic and revenue.
2. Equipment Rentals & Services: Ski and snowboard rentals (skis+boards $24-$45/day, boots $15, helmets free with rental), tune-up and hot wax services, binding testing. Unit pricing per rental item.
3. Ski School Lessons: Private lessons ($100-$125), group lessons ($59), Itty Bitty lessons for children 0-5 ($50), Ladies Day workshops, and Boot Camp three-day programs. PSIA/AASI certified instructors.
4. My Mountain Private Rental: Whole-resort private rental at $11,999 for Monday-Wednesday. Catering, open bar, rentals, and swag sold as additional add-on services.
5. Cat Skiing, Trax Skiing & Backcountry Touring: Snowcat-guided backcountry skiing and snowboarding experiences. Cat skiing prices include beacon, backpack, shovel, and probe. Trax skiing available for private groups. Ski touring with up to 5,000 vertical feet/day. 2-day cat ski + yurt overnight packages available.
6. Weddings, Events & Venue Rentals: Lodge and patio rental for weddings and events. Lodge accommodates 250 standing/100 seated. Rental packages include patio only, lodge+patio, or full kitchen+bar options. Chairlift use available as add-on.
7. Food, Beverage & Bar: On-site food and beverage amenities, full bar available at the lodge. Purchased separately from lift tickets and rentals. Revenue from concession-style dining during resort operations.
8. Summer Camps & Summer Activities: Summer camps for youth groups, leadership summits, and educational programs. Capacity 25-200 participants. Pricing $30-$79 per person depending on activities. Mountain biking, disc golf, archery, and camping activities. 2026 NICA Mountain Bike Series race hosted on-site.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Soldier Mountain is a private mountain recreation resort operating lift-served skiing and snowboarding on 1,150 acres of variable terrain, paired with an extensive backcountry program (cat skiing, Trax skiing, ski touring) accessing 2,000 additional acres. The resort sells day tickets, season passes, equipment rentals, ski school lessons, private mountain rentals, snow training for competitive athletes, weddings and event hosting, and summer camps and activities. All services are sold direct-to-consumer through the resort's eStore and on-site operations under a US Forest Service Special Use Permit on Sawtooth National Forest.

Product overview

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort is a ski area operating as a single unified resort with multiple distinct service offerings. The core product is traditional lift-served winter skiing and snowboarding on 1,150 acres of terrain, supported by the Snow Sports School (private lessons, group lessons, Ladies Day, Boot Camp) and equipment rentals. The resort differentiates through premium backcountry experiences including Cat Skiing, Trax Skiing, and Ski Touring operations accessing 2,000 acres of backcountry terrain with guided services. Private group offerings include My Mountain (exclusive resort buyout) and Group Discount programs. Summer operations include lift-served mountain biking, disc golf, archery, and Summer Camps hosting groups up to 200 participants. Event services encompass weddings (up to 250 guests) and the RMSHA snowmobile hillclimb. The resort also partners with local lodging for the Stay and Ski Free program. All bookings are handled through the resort's eStore platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Winter Skiing & Snowboarding Lift-served skiing and snowboarding on 1,150 acres of variable terrain including terrain park, glades, bowls, and tree skiing with 1,425 vertical feet, served by two chairlifts. Offered to individual skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels.
• Ski & Snowboard Rentals Equipment rental service offering skis, snowboards, boots, and helmets with full-day and half-day pricing options, plus tune-up, hot wax, and binding testing services. Targeted at individual skiers and snowboarders needing equipment.
• Snow Sports School PSIA and AASI certified ski and snowboard instruction program offering private lessons ($100-$125 for 1.5 hours), group lessons ($59), Itty Bitty lessons for children ages 0-5 ($50), Ladies Day workshops, and Boot Camp three-day programs. Targeted at first-time through advanced skiers and snowboarders.
• Cat Skiing Guided backcountry skiing and snowboarding experience using snowcats to access 2,000 acres of skiable terrain with 3,000 feet of vertical, including safety equipment (transceiver, backpack, shovel, probe). Targeted at advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking uncrowded powder access.
• Trax Skiing Private guided skiing experience using a tracked side-by-side heated and enclosed vehicle traveling 2.5x faster than standard cat, offering up to 3,500 vertical feet per run for groups of four. Targeted at advanced skiers seeking high-speed backcountry access.
• Ski Touring Guided ski touring experience with up to 2,500 vertical feet per run and 5,000+ vertical feet per day, touring through alpine peaks and forest meadows. Targeted at advanced skiers seeking human-powered backcountry experiences.
• My Mountain Private Resort Rental Exclusive whole-resort rental package priced at $11,999 for Monday-Wednesday (non-operational days), offering private access to both chairlifts, 1,150 acres of terrain, 1,425 ft vertical, food and beverage, full bar, and resort staff for fundraisers, corporate events, reunions, and parties. Per-guest economics of $60-$120 for 100-200 guests.
• Snow Training Center Multidisciplinary ski, snowboard, and adaptive training center featuring an FIS homologated ENL downhill course for reliable speed training. Targeted at competitive athletes and training organizations such as SVSEF.
• Weddings and Events Wedding and event hosting services at the lodge accommodating up to 250 guests standing and 100 seated (with additional 50 outdoor seating), featuring indoor/outdoor spaces, commercial kitchen, full bar, and chairlift use as add-on. Targeted at couples, corporate event planners, and private party hosts.
• Summer Camps Seasonal mountain camping and activity venue hosting youth groups, leadership summits, educational programs, and family reunions with capacity for 25 to 200 participants at $30-$79 per person. Activities include mountain biking, disc golf, archery, and camping. Targeted at youth programs, school groups, and family reunions.
• Lift-Served Mountain Biking Chairlift-accessed mountain biking on the MonuMental singletrack trail, available on select summer weekends with community events. Targeted at mountain biking enthusiasts.
• Smokey Dome Yurt Experience Overnight mid-mountain yurt accommodation for multi-day cat skiing packages, sleeping up to 12 guests with rustic amenities. Targeted at advanced skiers booking multi-day backcountry experiences.

Quantifiable outcome

• No lift lines guaranteed through My Mountain private rental and low overall skier traffic
• +4 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Goal BeyondcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Goal Beyond (a nonprofit 501c3) to raise funds for the Camas County Musher Pass, school field trips, and educational bootcamps for students in Camas County and neighboring school districts in southern Idaho. Supports outdoor education and experiential learning by offsetting costs for youth to participate in ski programs.
• SVSEF (Sawtooth Valley Ski and Snowboard Foundation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSVSEF has been hosted at Soldier Mountain Snow Training Center for three seasons. The 24/25 season marked the opening of the mountain to the broader competitive snowsports community. SVSEF benefits from the FIS homologated ENL downhill course and varied race terrain.
• The Prairie InnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipating property in the Stay & Ski Free program. Book a night at The Prairie Inn and receive one free Soldier Mountain day pass (up to two free passes per visit for qualifying nights).
• Lincoln InnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipating property in the Stay & Ski Free program. Book a night at Lincoln Inn and receive one free Soldier Mountain day pass (up to two free passes per visit for qualifying nights).
• Modern Mountain Escape (Airbnb)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAirbnb property 20 minutes from Soldier Mountain. Participating in Stay & Ski Free program offering free day passes with qualifying night bookings.
• RMSHA (Rocky Mountain States Hillclimb Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRMSHA hosts its 2026 season opener at Soldier Mountain Ski Area (February 26-28, 2026). Brings 150 top professional snowmobile athletes and spectators to the resort. FloSports provides live coverage.
• Sawtooth National Forest (US Forest Service)coreOthersSoldier Mountain operates under a Special Use Permit by the US Forest Service on the Sawtooth National Forest under the USDA. This regulatory relationship is foundational to the resort's land access and operations.
• FloSportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFloSports provides live coverage of RMSHA snowmobile hillclimb races at Soldier Mountain, expanding digital audience reach for the event.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kelly Canyon Ski Resort: A small Idaho ski resort with lift-served skiing, snow sports instruction, and rental services. Its similar footprint and regional destination use case provide a direct business-model comparison.
• Grand Targhee Resort: A destination mountain resort serving the Idaho-Wyoming market with extensive powder terrain, ski services, lodging, and guided mountain experiences. It is a direct competitor for advanced skiers and destination visitors.
• Lost Trail Powder Mountain: An independently operated ski area on the Montana-Idaho border with a powder-focused product and community-oriented customer base. Its nearby geography and independent mountain model make it a strong peer.
• Brundage Mountain Resort: An independent Idaho destination ski resort offering lift-served skiing, lessons, rentals, and extensive powder terrain. Its Idaho customer base and blend of in-bounds and backcountry-oriented products make it a close regional and operating peer.
• Pomerelle Mountain Resort: A family-oriented Idaho ski area centered on lift-served skiing, lessons, rentals, and local season-pass demand. Its smaller independent-resort model is closely comparable to Soldier Mountain's core operation.
• Discovery Ski Area: An independent Montana ski area focused on uncrowded lift-served terrain, powder, instruction, and rentals. It competes for destination skiers seeking a smaller-resort experience in the northern Rocky Mountains.
• Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area: A nonprofit mountain recreation area near Boise offering skiing, mountain biking, tubing, events, and youth programming. Its Idaho customer base and year-round recreation mix are closely comparable.
• Magic Mountain Ski Area: An independent ski area serving southern Idaho with lift-served terrain, lessons, rentals, and family recreation. It is a direct regional competitor for local skiers and school or group outings.
• Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort: A Pacific Northwest mountain resort combining lift-served skiing with snowcat access, yurt-based trips, and summer activities. Its terrain access, guided backcountry offerings, and outdoor education focus closely intersect with Soldier Mountain's differentiated offering.

Broad incumbents

• Sun Valley Resort: A much larger established Idaho destination with lift-served skiing, events, dining, lodging, and extensive summer recreation. Although broader and more upscale, it competes for the same destination travel and regional event spend.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SoldierMountain
• Instagraminstagram.com/soldiermountain
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/soldier-mountain-ski-resort

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Investors

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M&A

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