Did you know Idaho has more navigable miles of whitewater than any other state in the Lower 48? With 3,100 miles of rapids, eddies, sand bars and more, you can always find a way to add a day (or six) of whitewater rafting to your Idaho vacation.
Summer vacation planning is in full swing and Idaho has all the outdoor amenities to make your summer memorable. As we prepare to pack our bags for a long weekend or a week-long getaway, it’s important to know about a few changes to improve your summer experience.
April is Idaho Craft Beer Month, and to celebrate this annual event, I asked some breweries and restaurants around the state to share their favorite beer-and-food pairings and to tell us what inspires their creations. Warning: thirst or hunger pangs may occur while reading.
When the weather grows warmer and days become longer, the opportunity to break away and leave routines behind is on the horizon. But summer is more than just going on vacation. It’s a time to experience something new and make unforgettable memories.
Alexandra Baackes worked in partnership to create this Travel Tip. When I mused that my delayed trip to Idaho would be worth the wait, I was right – but I had no idea just how right I’d be. While pouring over the details of my postponed adventure, I learned a fun tidbit: Idaho is the Gem State.
Mark Melnyk worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. For many, the rat race that is our day-to-day is often all-encompassing, stressful, daunting and downright scary. It’s the reality that our lives are shaped for us to “make it” in this world.
April in Idaho isn’t just about spring showers and flowers; it’s also the time of year Idaho celebrates its rapidly growing craft beer industry through Idaho Craft Beer Month (ICBM). ICBM honors all parts of Idaho’s beer-making ecosystem, farm to pint—from the proud, local hops and barley producers and skilled brewers to the inviting establishments that serve up cold, frothy pints for all to enjoy.
Some of central Idaho’s most awe-inspiring sights can be found in the sky. More than 80% of the US population live in areas with high levels of light pollution, thus obscuring their view of the stars.
Sara Sheehy worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. A night camping under Idaho’s starry skies is an experience that you won’t soon forget. From the north’s dense forests to the south’s open plains, camping in Idaho is a wonder, full of dramatic landscapes and expansive beauty.
Melynda Harrison worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. My family loves a good field trip. We are always looking for places to explore with both educational and recreational opportunities.
Two Idaho Wine Weekend Getaways in One Trip By Courtnie Dawson Idaho wine country makes for an ideal vacation in any season. Summer brings added experiences with the addition of Idaho Wine Month in June when a glass of wine can be savored outdoors under a cloudless blue sky, amidst a backdrop of wine-stained barrels and sweet vineyard grass.
In the 1800s, the promise of riches drove people to pack their families into covered wagons and traverse harsh landscapes in the newly expanded American West. Those who ventured to Idaho found a land rich with precious metals and gemstones.
Finding a way to safely travel in the wintertime is no easy task. In Idaho, you'll find more than enough bucket-list-worthy activities to last all winter, allowing you to explore both rural and urban areas without sacrificing safety.
Guest ranches carry a sense of nostalgia. The moment your foot finds its place in the stirrup, you’re transported to a simpler time of exploring Idaho mountains and valleys on horseback, telling stories around a blazing campfire and making memories with your friends, family and trusty steed.
Idaho: Yes, as the license plates say, it's famous for potatoes. With that out of the way, we can move on to more interesting matters, no disrespect to the potato. Idaho boasts more than 20.4 million acres of national forest, covering nearly 40 percent of the state.
The Hagerman Valley located in south central Idaho is an ideal and easily accessible destination for wildlife viewing, in particular, for birds. Here’s why a visit to the Hagerman Valley should be part of your next trip.
Y Travel Blog worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Road tripping with kids – does it fill you with excitement, dread, or perhaps a little bit of both? Being together in a cramped space for hours on end can be unnerving.
Melynda Harrison worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Winter is one of the best times for a family adventure and McCall is just the place for a variety of outdoor experiences that your family will remember for years to come.
Courtnie Dawson worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Idaho distillers are setting the bar for quality, flavor and creativity. From brandy to whiskey to gin, each of these five distilleries has found a unique way to pour their love of Idaho into a bottle.
Melynda Harrison worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Our family loves to downhill ski. We aren’t those rippers you see on Instagram with the four-year-old zipping in and out of the trees.
Kristin Luna worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Opened in the winter of 1936, Sun Valley Resort is America’s original ski destination, and it’s still one of the best places to get your winter fix today.
Are you looking to get away from people and enjoy the serenity of nature this winter? Maybe experience something completely new and adventurous? Winter camping might be the ticket for you. While winter camping definitely isn’t for everyone, it is one of the best ways to experience the solitude and majesty of our coldest season.
Local Freshies worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The thirst for fresh snow is like the modern equivalent of a gold rush. People are flocking into the backcountry at the fastest pace in history.
Chris Hunt worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. As I stand up to my knees in the lower Henry’s Fork under cold, gray winter skies, everything is hushed. I can’t hear cars from the nearby road, mostly because there aren’t any.
With a new year comes resolutions, and one item sure to be high on everybody’s list in 2021 is travel; and when it comes to planning an Idaho adventure, there’s no better source for inspiration and itinerary-building than the 2021 Official Idaho Travel Guide. Start 2021 with some serious vacation inspiration.