This page has been translated into Spanish. Find the English version here. Christina McEvoy ha trabajado en colaboración con Visit Idaho para crear este Consejo de Viaje. Si vive en Idaho o ha visitado el gran Estado Gema en otoño, es probable que sepa lo espectacular que es esta temporada aquí.
Part Time Tourists worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The Route of the Hiawatha trail is considered one of the best rail-to-trail rides in the U.S.—and in Idaho—so it’s no surprise it’s being added to many bucket lists.
Elisabeth Brentano worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The Hells Canyon Wilderness spans 218,000 acres of stunning, rugged terrain on both sides of the Snake River, which divides Idaho and Oregon.
The Spring Break Family worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. This summer, we had the wonderful opportunity to visit Idaho for the first time. Prior to our visit, all I’d heard was that they’re really good at growing potatoes. But I’ve never found a destination to be more of a pleasant surprise than Idaho. The breathtaking scenery, the hospitable people, and all the fun attractions were more than I expected. For other first time visitors to the Gem State, here are five things that may surprise you about this great state! Explore the Sawtooths by horseback with Redfish Corrals.
Sara Sheehy worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Travel through some of the most expansive views in Idaho with a trip along the Peaks to Craters Scenic Byway. This 140-mile route features a diverse landscape of towering mountains, sagebrush-filled high desert, winding streams and rivers, and a volcanic lava field that captures the imagination. Peaks to Craters can be enjoyed in a single day, but to savor the experience, plan for a long weekend.
Elisabeth Brentano worked in partnership to create this Travel Tip. After biting off more than I could chew on a backpacking trip in the Cecil D. Andrus-White Cloud Wilderness in 2019, I wanted a tamer adventure when I returned.
Live A Wilder Life worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Northern Idaho is bursting with lakes, rivers and creeks that beckon to the outdoor adventurer looking to spend time on or near the water.
Syren Nagakyrie worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. These three outings provide options for accessible wildlife viewing and birding opportunities within an hour of Boise.
Melynda Harrison worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The Idaho side of the Grand Teton Range is spectacular and the Teton Scenic Byway may be one of the best ways to explore this part of the state.
Jasper Gibson worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. If you’re looking for a true northern Idaho backpacking adventure, set your sights on the Selkirk Mountains north of Sandpoint.
Our family of four had been looking forward to Idaho summer travel adventures. Boise amazed us with how much we could do together, even in a couple of days. As the Gem State’s largest city, Boise is big enough to be a perfect summer vacation home base for family-friendly, accessible activities.
Kristen Pope worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. The water was gently lapping against the dock as we rolled our gear on a cart to the awaiting boat at Blue Diamond Marina on Priest Lake.
No matter the season, Idaho's night skies are among the best found anywhere in the world. We're talking about millions of twinkling stars, planets and other astronomical wonders viewable with the naked eye, bionuclars and telescopes.
The Traveling Newlyweds worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Boise is a vibe. It has everything one would want for rest, relaxation, and adventure. We have been to Boise countless times in the past few years, but always in the winter or just passing through.
Love at First Flight worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. It may not be the first spot you think of for a vacation, but a trip to southern Idaho should most definitely be on your list of places to visit in the U.S.
Melynda Harrison worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. When my younger son turned 13-years-old, I knew we needed to do something special. We planned a birthday trip to Silverwood Theme Park since thrill rides and water fun are right up his alley.
Preethi Chandrasekhar worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. It's just about time for a summer vacation filled with gorgeous mountain peaks, miles of hiking trails, and cute towns along the way.
When you scout new restaurants to try, what factors guide your research? Is it firsthand accounts from friends and family? The number of stars illuminated in the establishment’s online reviews? Or is it the notoriety or accolades of its chef?
Marissa Lovell worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Every year, just as signs of spring are beginning to show, Treefort Music Fest makes its annual debut. This year, Treefort will return for its tenth festival and celebrate a decade of discovery in downtown Boise.
Part Time Tourists worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Idaho Falls is an amazing summer destination known for a great downtown scene with plenty of surrounding outdoor sports.
Martin Kuprianowicz worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. I hadn’t thought much of skiing in Idaho. Then I went there and learned how underrated it is. Find epic views on Idaho ski trails.
Jasper Gibson worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. Tucked away in the mountains of eastern Idaho is a snowmobilers' paradise with mountain sledding for the adrenaline junkies, thousands of miles of trails, and plenty of wide-open powder fields that the whole family can enjoy.
Elisabeth Brentano worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. After staying at several Idaho fire lookouts for the first time in 2020, I returned to northern Idaho to visit a few new lookouts — and to explore more in the Panhandle region of the state.
Katie Williams worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. If you’re looking for a true hidden gem in Idaho, look no further than Cascade, Idaho. Boasting a gorgeous 47 square mile reservoir, a quaint and cozy downtown, 300+ miles of groomed snowmobile trails, and plenty of exciting winter sports, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Part Time Tourists worked in partnership with Visit Idaho to create this Travel Tip. I’m sure you’ve seen incredible Instagram photos of friends and family visiting jaw-dropping ice castles across the United States before.