Tamarack Resort is a four-season destination resort in the western United States. Located in west central Idaho in Valley County, it is miles north of Boise on the west shore of Lake Cascade, southwest of the small town of Donnelly. When it opened in 2004, Tamarack was the first new destination ski resort to be built in North America in 23 years.In November 2018, new ownership began immediately investing in resort improvements, construction, and improved guest amenities. Resort Profile Tamarack Resort is a master planned all-season destination located north of Boise. From onsite lodging, dining, retail and event space to the full range of outdoor recreation in the Idaho mountains, there is adventure for all seasons. During the summer, the resort is home to mountain biking, ziplining, hiking, whitewater rafting, and watersports on temperate Lake Cascade. Winter brings 2,800 feet of vertical on 1,100 skiable acres for skiers and snowboarders, along with trails for fat tire biking, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. At the heart of the resort and as the center of activity is The Village at Tamarack which enjoys ski-in ski-out access. Skiing and Riding Tamarack has a lift-served summit elevation of above sea level on West Mountain (), with a vertical drop of over . Three quad chairlifts served the east-facing slopes (2 hi-speed & 2 fixed-grip), along with two surface lifts, a Poma platter lift and a magic carpet, in the novice area at the base. The summit of West Mountain receives an average of of snowfall, and snowmaking is available on the lower runs. Steep at the summit but rapidly smoothing out, the terrain for the ski area is rated at 17% novice, 45% intermediate, and 38% advanced. For the cross country skier, over of Nordic trails are available. Lodging Onsite lodging options in Tamarack are endless, from the Lodge at Osprey Meadows to cottages, chalets, townhouses and estate homes, and all located on the mountain and in the resort. The Lodge has both hotel rooms available and condos for rent, the price per night starts at $109 and can increase depending on the type of room. Cottages are more spacious and ideal for larger groups, they start at $135 a night and can accommodate up to 6 guests, a fireplace and washer and dryer are included Townhouses are ideal for guests who came to the resort with the intent to ski in and ski out,