Sandpoint Ridge Runner snowmobiling
New to snowmobiling or only have a few hours to play on a snowmobile? The Sandpoint Ridge Runner tour is perfect snowmobile tour. This two-hour guided, family friendly snowmobile adventure takes in our private summit trails with incredible views of Lake Pend Oreille and the Middle Fork of the East River. If time allows, we’ll dip further down into the Priest River Valley, a vibrant forest ecosystem and home to bull trout, moose, bear, wolf, and all manner of wildlife.
The tour price excludes 6 % Idaho state tax; online and direct reservations incure a 6 % booking fee.
After booking, you may request to change your reservation time or date outside of 45 days, though we assess an administrative fee of $100 for each change. Please visit Policies for our full cancellation policy.
- Visit our desk in Lakeview Lodge at the base.
- Stop by our Summit Lodge located near Sky House.
- Give us a ring on the phone: +1 (208) 263-6959.
- Send your booking to reservations@selkirkpowder.com or use our contact form.
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We provide:
- licensed guides experienced in the area *
- riding instruction
- single-use lift ticket (not valid for skiing)
- snowmobile rental
- open-face DOT helmet (if you don’t have your own)
- goggles (if you don’t have your own)
- post-tour hot cocoa
You bring
Please arrive prepared for wintry adventure with the following personal items – you can use it as a checklist. (Many of the items may be purchased at The Source retail shop at Schweitzer.)
Optional
Three tours run every day.
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Check-in with us at our desk in Schweitzer’s Lakeview Lodge. You’ll complete registration documents and receive briefing on what happens next. |
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As you off-load from the lift, you’ll meet your guide and head towards our Summit Lodge. Your safety and equipment familiarization continues as your guide demonstrates important techniques and answers any questions you may have. |
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Now it’s time for fun! You’re cruising through the backcountry and experiencing some of the most unique and beautiful terrain you’ll ever ride through! |
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Arrive back at our summit operations lodge. If you take one of the two earlier tours, consider ending with lunch at Sky House. |
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Ride back down the chairlift to the Village base area. |