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A view from the bottom of the stone steps inside Minnetonka Cave.

Go Underground and Explore Minnetonka Cave

Learners and Makers worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Minnetonka Cave had us at bacon. Idaho’s largest cave is one of America’s most magnificent show caves for a reason.

A view of Louie Lake with the Payette National Forest and mountains in the background.

7 Can’t-Miss Hiking Trails in Southwest Idaho

Irene Ogeto worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. One of the best ways to explore a new state is on foot and I got to do just that. I spent a week hiking in one of the most beautiful places in North America - Idaho.

Water rushes over a cliff at Upper Mesa Falls.

3 Must-See Waterfalls In Eastern Idaho

Part Time Tourists worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The spring and summer months are the perfect times to explore the great outdoors in eastern Idaho. With so many trails, lakes and rivers, it can be difficult to decide where to go first.

Pink, orange and red northern lights dance in the sky above the Sun Valley barn at night.

Chasing the Northern Lights in Sun Valley

Travis Amick worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. It is estimated that about 80 percent of North America has an obscured view of the stars and the Milky Way due to the artificial light pollution caused by cities.

a mother and son sit on a bench overlooking the scenic Lake Pend Oreille at Farragut State Park.

4 Northern Idaho State Parks to Add to Your Adventure List

Did you know the majority of Idaho’s land is public? With over 60 percent public land, Idaho is a respite for outdoor adventures and nature lovers. While southern Idaho has towering waterfalls and an entire City of Rocks, the Panhandle in Northern Idaho is famous for its bounty of crystalline lakes and lush evergreen forests.

Musician Joshy Soul, dressed in burgundy pants, a light colored shirt, and light colored suspenders, dances on stage in front of a Treefort sign.

Find Free Forts and New Venues at Treefort 11

Marissa Lovell worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Part of the Treefort experience is seeing music and performances in untraditional spaces throughout downtown Boise. You can catch a show in a coffee shop, a restaurant, a parking lot, a basement, and on the city bus.

Two girls walk along the sandy shoreline of Redfish Lake with the Sawtooth Mountains and forest in the background.

What to Do for a Week in Idaho With Kids

The Spring Break Family worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. There’s a reason Idaho is called the Gem State and that’s because it is filled with vacation treasures. If you’ve ever wondered how to spend a week in Idaho with kids, we’ve got you covered!

Main Stage at Treefort Music Fest light up by neon purple lights. A guitarist and keyboard player are on stage with a large crowd of people gathering at the bottom of the elevated stage.

Navigating Treefort Music Fest in 2024

Welcome to the 11th edition of Treefort Music Fest! Boise’s annual arts and culture festival is back March 20-24, 2024 — and this year, there’s much to discover. With the Main Stage returning to Julia Davis, the debut of the new Lookout Lounge, and 700+ events over five days, here’s everything you need to know to navigate Treefort Music Fest 2024.

Two people in snow and ski gear standing at the top of the Main Street and North ski run at Brundage Mountain Resort.

Discover the Beauty of Idaho: A 6-Day Winter Itinerary

Love at First Flight worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. For many people, winter weather is never something easily embraced. But after visiting Idaho during the height of winter, we quickly learned that the best way to truly enjoy the snow is to be in it.

A view of the snow-covered landscapes and a cinder cone in the distance at Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve.

Try This Winter Activity at Craters of the Moon

Tiffany Burghart worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. As someone who loves to visit national parks and monuments, Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve has been on my radar for a while.

Exterior photo of green yurt with brown roof covered in snow and icicles with snowboards and ski gear standing outside.

A Backcountry Yurt Winter Adventure in Idaho City

Stephanie McNulty worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Tucked into the backcountry of the Boise National Forest just outside of Boise is an incredible winter family adventure.

Two people riding on mountain coaster at Bogus Basin in the winter.

5 Winter Activities to Try in Idaho

Tiffany Burghart worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. As a family that loves outdoor adventure, we are always hunting for destinations and activities to experience together.

People ride bikes on an old railroad trestle.

Idaho’s Electric Bike Scene

Idaho’s Electric Bike Scene Add some power to your pedal adventure By Sara Sheehy In the last five years, electric bikes, or “e-bikes,” have grown exponentially in popularity in Idaho and worldwide. Learn more about e-bike trails, tours, and why they are such a great way to explore the Gem State.

A person drives a UTV down a dirt road toward a historic building on the Mackay Mine Hill Tour.

Find ATV Adventures on the Mackay Mine Hill Tour

In the city of Mackay, it’s clear you’re in the ATV capital of Idaho. The small central Idaho town allows an uncommon convenience: all-terrain vehicles (ATV), side-by-side vehicles (SSV), utility task vehicles (UTV) and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROV) are welcome on any city street.

An aerial view of the Heart of the Monster site, surrounded by a sprawling field and a tree-covered hill off the side.

A Nez Perce Creation Story: Heart of the Monster

Archaeologically speaking, the Nez Perce tribe has been in modern-day Idaho for more than 16,000 years. But where did it all begin? Listen as tribe member Mary Jane Oatman shares the creation story of the Nez Perce, the Heart of the Monster.

An indoor historical exhibit that displays information about Minidoka Historic Site.

Visit Minidoka National Historic Site

Take a tour of the Minidoka National Historic Site in Jerome, Idaho. Follow along as Director of Interpretation and Education Kurt Ikeda talks about the importance of this historic site and shares just some of the stories from the 13,000 Japanese Americans held at this World War II relocation center.