This is a sponsored post. Looking for a fun place to watch the stars with your family, ride your recreational vehicles or try out sandboarding? St. Anthony Sand Dunes is the place to be. It's a 10,600-acre playground for you and your family to enjoy with sand dunes varying in size from five to 500 feet high. The dunes also offer a great view of Grand Teton, making sunrise or sunset extra special.
Idaho is a bird watcher’s wonderland. Our landscapes provide migration routes and year-round habitat for over 400 species of birds. Whether you’re a casual birder or a dedicated ornithologist adding to your life list, Idaho’s vast swaths of untouched wilderness are guaranteed to delight.
This is a sponsored post. Five days camping and rafting on Idaho's legendary Salmon River sounded like a perfect family vacation to me. But when I pitched the idea to my family of five (Kathleen my wife, Annika my oldest daughter and Olivia and Elsa my identical twin daughters) the approval rating was about 50/50.
Now is the perfect time to visit wineries in Idaho's three designated AVAs (American Viticultural Areas). Mix and match any of these 14 stops on the Sunnyslope Wine Trail in southwest Idaho to create the perfect wine weekend getaway.
The Middle Fork of the Salmon River runs right up the gut of the Frank Church Wilderness, the largest roadless area in the lower 48 and home to 2.5 million acres of wild. For whitewater enthusiasts, a remote, week-long, nearly 100-mile whitewater adventure is one of the most sought-after river trips in the country.
This is a sponsored post. I come from a small island in the middle of the Pacific. I blame my upbringing for my love of remote places, hidden gems, and wanting to go to the places where fewer footsteps roam.
At the end of every month, we recap of some of the most jaw-dropping and breathtaking photos submitted using the hashtag #VisitIdaho on Instagram and Facebook. We'll call out locations so you can craft your own Idaho road trip and see these amazing destinations for yourself.
This is a sponsored post. Jagged peaks, utter solitude, and stunning views are not in short supply in Idaho, but when my wife and I stumbled across the Seven Devils Recreational Area on the eastern rim of Hells Canyon, we knew immediately that we’d found an absolute gem.
This is a sponsored post. Eastern Idaho is a landscape of enchantingly clear rivers, thundering waterfalls, and towering lodgepole pine forests. I dive in with a desire for adventure and a full weekend ahead of me.
When I think of my childhood, I think of the South Fork of the Snake River. I remember the hours spent napping in the front of the drift boat, the collections of driftwood I’d take home, and the Dutch oven dinners around a glowing fire. Born and raised in Idaho, my parents took me on my first trip down the South Fork at six months old. I spent as much of my childhood on the river as in any playground, library, or classroom. Drop a line in the South Fork of the Snake River.
This is a sponsored post. On July 30th, 2016, Idaho natives and hardcore runners Andrija Barker and Taylor Neal set out on a journey to run the entire 960-mile Idaho Centennial Trail in just 30 days. It was a feat never before attempted.
Riggins, Idaho is home to about 413 people on most days. But not during race weekend. During the Salmon River Jet Boat Races the population of Riggins increases five-fold. The Salmon River Jet Boat Races, held the third weekend in April, are legendary in this quaint little canyon town that sits at the confluence of the Salmon River and the Little Salmon River. Known as Idaho's whitewater capital thanks to the Salmon, or "River of No Return", the churning whitewater on this river has been giving jet boat racers a run for their money for more than three decades.
This is a sponsored post. Exploration. Adventure. Culture. Those are the things I personally look for on a ski or snowboard trip. Growing up a Midwest kid, I’ve always looked for mountains and ski-towns that are different and untainted...special gems that are pure and less corporate.
Idaho is quickly making a name for itself on the craft beer scene. With more than 50 craft breweries currently cranking out mouth-watering concoctions and nearly a dozen more in development, Idaho can hold its own when it comes to making beer.
This is a sponsored post. It is a bit of an unspoken rule with backcountry skiing that you don't widely discuss the tales of your travels, especially when they are tales of good fortune and amazing snow.
This is a sponsored post. If you haven’t thought of Idaho as a music lover's destination, think again. We have a diversity of events to enjoy under our bright, sun-soaked sky. Like indie rock, country, Americana, bluegrass, popular music?
In March, downtown Boise comes alive with the rhythm of the Treefort Music Fest. But don't let the name fool, this amazing multi-day festival offers up a lot more than just sweet tunes - you'll find you can stretch it out at Yogafort, make your taste buds happy with a visit to Foodfort or Alefort, listen to mesmerizing tales at Storyfort, enjoy a bit of cinematic genius at Filmfort, or laugh until it hurts at Comedyfort -- and that's not even all the fort options available!
This summer, grab your family and head out on an adventure. Idaho's wilderness is easily accessible and open to explorers of all ages. So grab your map and circle these six spots to add a wild side to your family vacation.
Your desktop wallpaper says a lot about who you are. It showcases that dream spot you want to visit or a favorite moment with the people who mean the most to you. Whatever illuminated image fills your screen, in reality, it’s less about what it says about you and more about what it means to you.
Idaho hot springs have long been a heavily guarded secret. The geothermic waters are highly sought-after and a therapeutic soak in one of these hot pools can make any vacation one to remember. Hot springs with a view are easy to come by in Idaho and these are seven you’ll want to plan to check out.
Every adventurer has a bucket list and every family has a dream vacation. The problem is, we never find the time to take that much-needed vacation. So mark your calendars for this summer! Here are five Idaho adventures you've heard of, but never done.
Steve Graepel worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. My legs were burning, my beard was frozen, and I was shrouded in that muffled silence you find in the winter wood. In fact, the only sound I could hear was the whoosh of my breath and the pounding of my heart.
This is a sponsored post. Idaho’s rich geologic history means a big bonus for adventure seekers: an abundance of hot springs scattered throughout the state. From wild and rustic to more developed options, Idaho offers up a wealth of hot springs for those in seek of a good soak.
When was the last time you got really excited? I'm talking about the kind of excited that causes you to giggle like a little kid and wave your hands in the air with glee. For some of us, it's likely been way too long.
This is a sponsored post. I've spent almost every winter of my life in Idaho and know how long and harsh they can be. However, if you bundle up to beat the chilly temperatures and are game to conquer mountains of snow, you'll find a winter wonderland with countless opportunities for exploration.