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Travel Idaho

  • Writer: Noel Newton
    Noel Newton
  • Dec 29, 2022
  • 4 min read

Introduction

Idaho is one of the most beautiful states in the US. It's known for its gorgeous mountain ranges, but it also has a lot of other cool things that people don't know about. If you live in Idaho or are just passing through, this article will give you ideas for where to go and what to see during your visit!

A short, simple article about traveling around Idaho.

It's easy to get around Idaho. The state has a vast network of highways, including freeways like I-15 and U.S. 20, which connect major cities and smaller towns alike. Many roads in the region are also well-maintained and safe for drivers, whether you're on a road trip or just driving around town for errands or work. Depending on where you're going, it may be helpful to know about BLM land boundaries (which can help keep you from accidentally trespassing) as well as local regulations that affect how much gas or alcohol you can carry across state lines (though some states allow more than others).

There's plenty of history to explore throughout Idaho too! In fact there are over 300 archaeological sites just waiting for curious travelers to explore them! There are also many historical sites scattered throughout the state: old pioneer cabins with their original furnishings intact; battlefields where skirmishes took place during wars between Native American tribes and European settlers; battlefields where skirmishes took place during wars between Native American tribes and European settlers—you get the idea!

Craters of the Moon

Craters of the Moon is a national monument in Idaho, USA. The site includes a volcanic field, which was formed by lava flows on the Snake River Plain. It's also home to lava tubes and cinder cones, as well as natural reservoirs that still contain water despite being below sea level.

There are several trails available for visitors at Craters of the Moon National Monument:

  • Spatter Cones Trail: This trail takes you past cinder cones and spatter cones (volcanic domes that form when molten rock explodes from within)

  • Crater Loop Trail: This trail leads through Lava Creek Cauldron—a once-active caldera—and features views of lava flows from a higher elevation than other areas in the monument

  • Big Southern Butte Trail: This one-mile loop winds around Big Southern Butte and offers great views across several volcanic features

The Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail is a 2,000-mile route that was used by many people traveling from the east coast to the west. It's called "The Oregon Trail" because it starts in Independence, Missouri and ends in Oregon City, where pioneers would walk or ride on wagons through what is now Wyoming and Idaho before finally reaching their destination.

It's important to note that not everyone who traveled along this route were pioneers. Some were traders who wanted to make money by selling goods in new territories; others were soldiers looking for new adventures; others still were families trying to start new lives on land they'd purchased earlier back home in America.

Silver Mountain

Silver Mountain, located in McCall, Idaho, is a large ski resort with a variety of runs for all skill levels and terrain. Silver Mountain has the most acreage in the state and caters to skiers and snowboarders from all over. The resort offers some nice beginner trails as well as more advanced slopes for those who want to challenge themselves. In addition to its regular season runs, Silver Mountain also has a tubing hill that's open year-round. With so much variety in the terrain, this resort has something for everyone!

Journey to the Sun

The Journey to the Sun Trail is a hiking trail in the Sawtooth Mountains, near Stanley. The trail was built in 1959, and at the time of its construction it was the highest trail in North America. This steep and strenuous hike is not recommended for novice hikers, but if you're looking for a challenge that rewards with panoramic views of the Boise Valley and surrounding peaks, this could be your perfect trip!

Boise River Greenbelt

The Boise River Greenbelt is a great place to go for a walk or jog. You can also bring your bike, or rent one from the Boise Bicycle Project and ride through the city’s trails. If you want to see some wildlife, this is the place for you. There are animals everywhere, so keep an eye out as you walk along this trail!

The Boise River Greenbelt also has several parks located nearby that offer picnic areas and playgrounds where families can spend time together.

Idaho is a cool place to go see stuff

While some states are better known for their urban centers, other states like Idaho get a bad rap for being rural and boring. But the truth is that Idaho has plenty of things to see, do, and learn about. In fact, there are so many opportunities that it's hard to know where to start!

Here's what you can expect when visiting Idaho:

  • A vast array of natural beauty and wildlife

  • An extensive history as one of the oldest settled regions in North America (the first white settlers arrived in 1824)

Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed reading this article as much as I did writing it. For me, it's a great way to learn about the state I live in and explore new places. If you have any other suggestions for places to go in Idaho, let me know!

 
 
 

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