Soaring peaks, picturesque lakes, and hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding—does it get any better than the Sawtooth Valley? Many visit the Stanley, Idaho, area in the beauty of the summer, but savvy travelers know that fall in the Sawtooth Valley is for dreamers, lovers, adventurers, and everyone in-between.
Kristin Luna worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. There are few things in life more satisfying than exploring destinations with a mix of urban adventures and outdoor recreation during the balmy days of early fall.
Nick Lake worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The Snake River has a special place in Western lore, running like a belt across Idaho’s southern half, its main course entering the state by Grand Teton National Park and departing only after carving North America’s deepest canyon along the borders with Oregon and Washington roughly 600 miles later.
Kita Roberts worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Part of any wild adventure is discovering amazing eats along the way. From local gems to over the top creative menus, exploring the vibrant food culture in any area is always a highlight of my trips and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho has a lot of choices.
Sara Sheehy worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. A hush falls over the dense crowd lining the sidewalks as 1,500 sheep tentatively round the corner onto the straight drag of Main Street in Ketchum.
Ready to get your dark on? Take a trip into Central Idaho’s recently designated Dark Sky Reserve. Google “light pollution” and you’ll pull up heaps of maps that wash just about everything east of the Mississippi in greens, reds (and sometimes white).
I visited Boise, Idaho for the first time this year and was truly blown away. To be honest, I didn’t know what to expect of the “potato state” but I’m now recommending a Boise trip to everyone I know!
The shuttle boat’s hull cuts through the glass-like water as we beeline across Redfish Lake to the inlet trailhead. It’s summertime in central Idaho, and the forecast calls for beautiful sunny weather and perfect conditions for an adventure into the Sawtooth wilderness!
HoneyTrek worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Make a stop at the Spud Drive-In. Photo Credit: HoneyTrek.com. During the first few months of our two-year road trip around North America, we sped through Idaho to get to an event in Montana and instantly knew we made a mistake.
Steven Andrews worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Idaho is nicknamed “The Gem State” for the abundance of rare minerals that have been found in all corners of the state.
Rebecca Cooper worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Recently as our family hiked to the Goldbug Hot Springs for our first time, my daughter tripped and scraped her knees within the first ten minutes of our hike.
With the sun in all its summertime glory, it's time to get outside and experience the best of the season! With vibrant cities and hundreds of miles of mountain trails spanning 10 counties, northern Idaho's Panhandle offers an abundance of activities to suit almost anybody.
Dusty Klein worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. After a late spring and a long thawing season in the mountains, backpacking season finally made its way onto the calendar.
Kristen Pope worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Less than one percent of Idaho’s river miles are classified as “Wild & Scenic Rivers,” a designation that helps protect these free-flowing waterways.
Vanessa Hunt worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. With glorious weather and summer break upon us, it’s time for long days, trips to the pool, water fights, and watermelon.
Roamaroo worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Certain destinations seem to effortlessly exude romance; perhaps it is a mountain sunset, a dreamy day spent soaking in hot springs, or a shared outdoor adventure.
Twin Falls, situated on the edge of the jaw-dropping Snake River Canyon, is a popular stopping point for travelers along Interstate 84 and Highway 93. While Twin Falls can certainly satisfy your hunger and give you a spot to supercharge your Tesla, it is so much more.
Tara Morgan worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Do you know your bibimbap from your banchan? Are you obsessed with the sweet smoky magic of gochujang? Whether you’re a Seoul savvy world traveler or a Korean cuisine novice, Boise has a number of Korean restaurants where you can dive into a mound of spicy beef bulgogi, load up on extra funky kimchi and tap your toes to the saccharine sounds of K-pop.
One of the best parts of a road trip is stopping at roadside attractions. Statues, museums, and interesting bits of memorabilia that grab your attention, even if just for a moment, make travel more enriching and a whole lot more fun.
Kristen Pope worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. See wagon ruts over a century old and learn about the history and heritage of Idaho by exploring the state’s National Historic Trails.
Looking for an adventure-packed destination this summer? Just catch a flight from your home to the Boise Airport (BOI), play in town and then make the quick and beautiful drive up to McCall, and you’ll have a full bucket list of adventures you can check off.
Lindy Callahan worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Located in southeastern Idaho, Lava Hot Springs has maintained the charming small-town vibe that most towns lose as time goes by.
Tara Morgan worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. It’s officially patio season. And downtown Boise bars are celebrating by shaking up fresh, spring-y cocktails. From spritzy, low-octane sippers to herbaceous libations that pack a punch, these warm-weather whistle-wetters provide the perfect excuse to kick up your feet and soak up the spring sunshine.
Mike McKenna worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. There are a lot of great places to fish in Idaho, but none of them are more famous amongst fly-fishing fans than Silver Creek in central Idaho.
The X Games Invitational returns to Boise and this year will be bigger and better than ever before. Photo Credit: City of Boise. Come June 15 and 16, Rhodes Skate Park in downtown Boise will be center stage for world-class athletes looking to secure a spot in X Games Minneapolis.