Member Reviews: Bogus Basin

Cody Feuz

Great local ski area

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By Cody Feuz

Pros: 360 degrees of skiing on two mountains, terrain variety, side country options, value

Cons: inconsistent snow, vertically challenged, no real terrain park (if that is your thing)

I've been skiing at Bogus since 1984, (season pass since '98).  As the other reviews have mentioned, the proximity to Boise is great.  On "powder days" my routine is to get to work early, head out in time for the first chair, and be back for any mid-afternoon meetings and to catch up on emails.  Although the vertical isn't great, there are some excellent off trail runs that offer 1,000 to 1,500 vertical shots on powder days.  There are some super nice long groomers and when the groom them, they can be a real blast.  Another great thing about Bogus is the night skiing.  Unlike most areas, they actually have real runs, even advanced runs lighted up for...
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skibunny24

Fun mtn!

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By skibunny24

Pros: Fast and fun runs!

Love this mountain!  It is so fast and fun!  It was sunny and beautiful with a light dusting on top when I went--I bet it's AMAZING on a powder day!  Can't wait to go back!
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Pinecreek Rider

Great Mountain!

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By Pinecreek Rider

Pros: 16 miles from downtown, good terrain, outstanding value

Cons: Buckbrush infestation, slow double chairs

I've been skiing Bogus Basin for over 20 years and it's definitely a major asset to our community. Having skied a significant number of resorts west of Colorado, you just can't beat it for its close proximity to downtown Boise and the low cost for a season pass.  The resort has 2,600 ski-able acres and lots of varying terrain, so you have a lot of options to mix it up based on what your in the mood for.  My only major complaint is the lack of high-speed quads, however I hear a new quad will replace chair 3 very soon!   In the summer months, Bogus is a great place to escape the valley heat and enjoy some alpine scenery.  The mountain...
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drbumps

Amazing Convenient gem with Variable Terrain and Variable conditions

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By drbumps

Pros: Convenient, Reasonably Priced, Not Crowded,

Cons: Elevation challenges, but last year boasted 100's of inches and constant percipitation from february through april, I hiked and skied well into may

I have Skied Bogus Basin Mountain Resort outside of Boise Idaho since 2005.  I was overwhelmed by the convenience of the resort being 16 miles from town up a windy road right near downtown.  I planned on skiing for 4 days at least for spring skiing, and was pleasantly surprised when I learned I could purchase a season pass for the same as 4 day passes.  For a Bonus My pass covered me from my purchase date February 15th, through the following season until they close.  Well from that day on my skiing here in Boise runs a few dollars or less per day on average. 
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