Snowmobiling

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Recreation WebCam (Titus Lot)

Nearly 500 miles of groomed trails provide access to thousands of acres of off-trail riding in Valley County. Riders of all abilities can find open play areas offering gentle slopes, as well as challenging hillsides to tempt even the most adventurous riders. The diversity of terrain has earned Valley County as one of the top 10 snowmobile destinations in the Northwest, according to SnoWest Magazine.

Fire up your sled and explore the groomed trails, breathtaking bowls and more back country powder than you can cover in a lifetime. Rentals and guiding are available from several area businesses.

It is important to note that all snowmobilers must have a current Idaho State registration and a valid driver's license to operate on groomed trails (see equipment requirements under Rules of the Road.) Registration stickers may be purchased at snowmobile dealerships, county offices and the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. Sticker sales help to fund the massive grooming effort that makes Valley County a premier riding destination! 

2025-26 Snowmobile Parking Fee Schedule

Carefully read the Parking Lot Ordinance for details on fees for each parking lot. 

All snowmobilers must have a valid day-use or overnight permit. An Idaho State snowmobile sticker is a valid day-use permit. Full time residents of Warren and Secesh, commercial outfitters, and backcountry businesses are subject to the fee schedule described in the Ordinance.

In general: 

• $5 single day-use parking pass
• $10 single overnight parking pass
• $20 annual day-use parking pass 
• $75 short-term overnight parking pass 

Parking passes are valid at all Valley County snowmobile parking lots for the 2025-26 season. Recreational users may not leave trailers unattended in any parking lot. 

To purchase a parking permit, you can call the Valley County Recreation office at (208) 382-4425 or use the Online Payment Portal. 

Local Resources:

• Trail Maps – McCall & Donnelly area
• Trail Map – Cascade & Smiths Ferry area
• Trail Map – Warm Lake & Johnson Creek area
• Cheap Thrills Rentals
• CM Backcountry Rentals
• Cougar Mountain Snowmobile Club
• Donnelly Snowmobile Club
• McCall Area Snowmobile Club
• West Mountain Snowmobile Club

Snowmobile Safety

Idaho and Valley County host more groomed snowmobile trails than any other Western state. The United States Forest Service provides avalanche assessment of snow conditions in Valley County at select locations; all winter recreators should carry avalanche rescue gear and know how to use it. Always check the forecast and current conditions before you go at the Payette Avalanche Center and the Sawtooth Avalanche Center. Also see Safe Riders, the snowmobile safety awareness website.