Sun Valley / Ketchum Golf Trip Cost
What does a Sun Valley / Ketchum, Idaho golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 3 courses, 2 lodging options, and 5 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$418
Golf (2 rounds): $110Lodging (3 nights): $188Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$930
Golf (2 rounds): $206Lodging (3 nights): $544Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1558
Golf (2 rounds): $350Lodging (3 nights): $938Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
3 courses ranging from $55 to $175 per round with cart.
Solid (2 courses)
Sun Valley Resort (White Clouds Course)$70–$120
Bigwood Golf Course$55–$95
Premium (1 course)
Sun Valley Resort (Trail Creek Course)$100–$175
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lodge | 10–16 | $600–$2500 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
| house | 10–18 | $500–$2200 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
Activity Costs
Big Wood River Fly Fishinghalf day
$200–$350/ppSun Valley Mountain Bikinghalf day
$50–$90/ppSawtooth Scenic Byway Drivehalf day
$0–$10/ppSun Valley Shooting Range2-3 hours
$40–$80/ppWhite Water Rafting (Salmon River)full day
$100–$175/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Sun Valley / Ketchum
- Walk instead of riding — 3 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Summer/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 4 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.