Silver Valley – Scenic trails and historic mining region
North Idaho (Other)
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests – Hiking, camping, wildlife watching (near Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, and Priest Lake)
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests – Hiking, camping, wildlife watching (near Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, and Priest Lake)
SOUTHWEST IDAHO
Boise Metro Area
Basque Block – Cultural district
Boise River Greenbelt – 25-mile trail through the city
Boise River Greenbelt – Riverside trail through Boise
Freak Alley Gallery – Street art murals
Idaho Botanical Garden – Themed gardens and events
Idaho State Capitol – State government building
Lucky Peak State Park – Boating, picnicking
Old Idaho Penitentiary – Historic prison
World Center for Birds of Prey – Raptor conservation
Caldwell Area
Caldwell Farmers Market – Produce and live music
Indian Creek Plaza – Downtown events and green space
Sunnyslope Wine Trail – Wineries and tastings
Hagerman Area
Thousand Springs State Park – Waterfalls, springs, hiking
Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument – Hagerman horse fossils; visitor center
McCall Area
Ponderosa State Park – Payette Lake, hiking, winter sports
Mountain Home Area
Bruneau Dunes State Park – Tallest sand dunes in North America; hiking, stargazing
Bruneau Dunes – Sand dunes and observatory
Mountain Home Historical Museum – Local history exhibits
Nampa Area
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge – Birdwatching and hiking
Nampa Railroads Museum – Historic train cars and rail heritage
Warhawk Air Museum – WWII aviation exhibits
Southwest Idaho (Other)
Kirkham Hot Springs – Hot pools in Boise National Forest (near Lowman, Boise County)
Payette River Scenic Byway (Idaho 55) – Mountains and rafting (Boise to McCall, passing through Cascade and Horseshoe Bend)
Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway (Idaho 21) – Forest and river views (Boise to Stanley)
Snake River Canyon – Hiking and water sports (Twin Falls)
The Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area – Raptors nesting area (south of Kuna, Ada County)
SOUTHEAST IDAHO
Almo Area
Castle Rocks State Park – Climbing and geology
City of Rocks National Reserve – Rock climbing, hiking, and pioneer history
City of Rocks National Reserve – Enormous granite formations; Visitor Center
Idaho Falls Metro Area
Idaho Falls Zoo – Small zoo with global species
Idaho Falls River Walk & Snake River Greenbelt – A scenic 5-mile paved trail along both sides of the Snake River, featuring waterfalls, wildlife, and easy access to downtown shops and parks.
Japanese Pavilion & Friendship Garden in Sportsman Park – A tranquil riverside garden with traditional Japanese features, built to honor Idaho Falls’ sister city Tokai-Mura.
Collector Corner Museum – A charming museum in Idaho Falls showcasing over 130 unique collections, from Barbie dolls to war memorabilia, curated by lifelong collectors.
Idaho Falls Farmers Market – A vibrant open-air market held Saturdays, offering fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and live music along the riverfront.
Rainey Creek Store (Berry’s Square Ice Cream) – A historic Swan Valley stop famous for its quirky square-shaped ice cream scoops and wide variety of flavors.
Eagle Rock Fountain – A striking sculpture in Idaho Falls depicting eagles guarding their nest, symbolizing the city’s heritage and originally named “Eagle Rock”.
Museum of Idaho – History and science exhibits
Idaho Potato Museum (Blackwell) – A quirky museum in Blackfoot celebrating Idaho’s iconic crop, featuring potato history exhibits, farming tools, trivia, and a café serving spud-themed treats.
Pocatello Metro Area
Idaho Museum of Natural History – Geology, fossils, tribal culture
Museum of Clean – Quirky museum on cleaning
Pocatello Zoo – Local and exotic wildlife
Portneuf Greenway – ~17 miles of paved paths through Pocatello
Rexburg Area
Legacy Flight Museum – Vintage aircraft
Rexburg Rapids – Water park
The Crooked House – Odd gravity-defying house
Salmon Area
Lemhi Pass – Lewis & Clark historical site
Sacajawea Center – Shoshone and Lewis & Clark history
Salmon River – Rafting and fishing
Salmon Valley – Mountain views and fishing
Sun Valley Metro Area
Hailey Farmers Market – Local produce and crafts
Hailey Ice Rink – Skating and winter sports
Wood River Trail – 20+ miles connecting Bellevue, Hailey, Ketchum, and Sun Valley
Southeast Idaho (Other)
Bear Lake State Park – Water recreation (near Paris, Idaho)
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve – Lava fields and sagebrush steppe (Arco)
Fort Hall Replica – Oregon Trail site (Pocatello)
Massacre Rocks State Park – Oregon Trail history and rock formations (American Falls)
Redfish Lake – Swimming, boating, alpine setting (Stanley)
Redfish Lake – Scenic mountain lake (Stanley)
Salmon River – Whitewater rafting and scenic beauty (near Salmon or Riggins, depending on section)
Sawtooth National Recreation Area – Rugged mountains, alpine lakes, hiking (Stanley)
Sawtooth Wilderness – Hiking and camping (Stanley area)
Shoshone-Bannock Trail (U.S. 91) – Tribal history and Snake River (Fort Hall / Pocatello)
Stanley Hot Springs – Remote natural soaking spot (Lowell / Clearwater County)
Teton Scenic Byway – Teton Range views (Driggs to Victor)
Yellowstone National Park – Idaho portion(Island Park area, Fremont County)
Nez Perce National Historical Park (Idaho Sites)
Battle of the Clearwater – Idaho County
Battle of White Bird Canyon – Idaho County
Camas Meadows Battle Sites – Clark County
Camas Prairie – Idaho County and Lewis County
Camp Chopunnish – Idaho County
Weippe Prairie – Weippe, Idaho
Nez Perce National Historic Trail Byway (U.S. 95) – Cultural heritage and river views
