Situated at 8,700’ high in the Smoky Mountains of central Idaho, Coyote Yurt is a terrific destination for intermediate or advanced skiers or snowboarders looking for excellent downhill ski opportunities.

There are a great variety of ski slopes surrounding Coyote, from mellow powder slopes to steep corn descents, making Coyote a favorite among a loyal group of regulars.

Views of the magnificent craggy Boulder Mountains and the pyramids of the Pioneer Mountains greet Coyote guests right outside the front door, making for a truly awesome setting.  Our highest and most remote hut, the approach to Coyote is suited for experienced backcountry skiers with avalanche education.  The route is 6 miles long, gaining 1800 ft. in elevation.  The route finding can be tricky, so it is best to hire a guide if you are not sure about the route into the hut.

Coyote has 2 yurts that sleep up to 14 people comfortably. It has all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay including: wood stoves for heat, lanterns for light, a two burner propane stove for cooking, all pots, pans, and cookware to produce a feast-including a dutch-oven and a charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal), all tableware and cutlery, books, magazines, board games, bunks with mattresses, two covered outhouses, and a classic wood fired SAUNA! Guests need to bring only their own sleeping bags, clothes, food and avalanche safety equipment.

Coyote is also the only hut we rent in the summer.

It's a fantastic destination for reclusive get-a-ways, romantic retreats, adventurous parties, or BACKCOUNTRY HUT MOUNTAIN BIKING! The numerous trails that converge around Coyote Yurt allow for many outstanding opportunities for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding in the summer.