Banner Ridge Yurt
Spring,Summer and Fall
The Banner Ridge yurt is a very popular yurt because it is only a few hundred yards from a passable road and has a spectacular view to the north and east. From Banner Ridge are beautiful views of the South Fork of the Payette River Canyon, Bear Valley, Scott Mountain and the scenic Sawtooth Mountains. Many miles of high elevation primitive roads and trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. One backcountry road near the yurt descends 3000 feet in 12 miles to Kirkham Hot Springs (a primitive soaking pool next to the river) near Lowman. The yurt’s high elevation (6,500 feet) guarantees an assortment of wild flowers all summer long. This is also a wonderful place to experience the power of a summer thunderstorm, view the stars of the Milky Way, watch wildlife, or just to curl up and read a book. The yurt is usually snow free early May to early November.
The Banner Ridge yurt is ideally located for Nordic skiers and snowshoers. Over 20 miles of groomed and 50 miles of marked ski trails are 200 yards from the front door. The yurt is located just off a high ridge in a protected north‐facing bowl. Looking north and down over 3000 feet in elevation you can see the South Fork of the Payette River, Bear Valley, and Scott Mountain. At 6500 feet the view of the Sawtooth Mountains is spectacular. The snow is usually powder and very deep. This yurt is a telemarker and snowboarder heaven with its long, open slopes. Thousands of feet of untracked powder are available 100 feet away. Snow is usually available from early December to mid April.
Summer Guide
Winter Guide
Summer Trail Map
Winter Trail Map
Weather / Trail Conditions
For current snow depths click here, then search Jackson Peak or Mores Creek Summit. For current trail conditions, call 208-334-2423.