With some awesome day trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to soak up all that Ketchum, 16 miles away, has to offer. Sun Valley Ski Resort, Dollar Mountain and Bald Mountain alone make the drive out worthwhile. Located 16 miles away, Sun Valley is another place to aim for. If you visit, don’t miss Sun Valley Ski Resort, Dollar Mountain and Bald Mountain.