Plan Your Visit
The sheer variety of landscapes, activities, and attractions means Southwest Idaho gives you choices. We’ve assembled some of our most popular trip-planning content here to help you plan your visit.
So Much (Yet So Little) To Do
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Fun for the Family
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Family-Friendly Floats
Idaho whitewater isn’t just for thrill seekers – it’s for everyone, no matter their ages.
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Traveling With Your Dog in Southwest Idaho
Find the best dog-friendly accommodations in Southwest Idaho. Woof!
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A Hike For All Seasons
Southwest Idaho has some of the most varied terrain on the planet. You name it, we’ve got it.
Boise Adventures
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Boise Like a Local
An insider's guide to exploring the charm's of Boise. From biking to boating and floating to feasting, here are the details you need for a week or weekend of fun.
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Boise by Bike
We’ve outlined the ultimate perfect summer day in Downtown Boise from sun-up to sun-down.
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The Foothills Up Close
Stretching from the city of Eagle to the north to Lucky Peak Reservoir in the south, the Boise front foothills — or simply “the Foothills” — serve as a backdrop for Boise and the surrounding areas.
Great Outdoors
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Birds of Prey
The owl perches on his falconer’s shoulder, like an athlete preparing for the first steps of a race.
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Boise Like a Local
An insider's guide to exploring the charm's of Boise. From biking to boating and floating to feasting, here are the details you need for a week or weekend of fun.
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Bogus Basin: Boise’s Backyard
Community events. Adventure attractions. Outdoor recreation for all. Whether you’re here for the day or staying nearby as part of an extended vacation, there’s plenty waiting for you on the mountain.
Road Trip
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Ultimate SW Idaho Summer Road Trip
We’ve put together the ultimate 10-day summer road trip through the most awe-inspiring and action-packed places in Southwest Idaho.
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HWY 55 Guide
Hwy 55 — the essential Idaho road trip that takes you from sandy desert to green mountain views.
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HWY 95 Guide
Stretching from the Owyhee mountains to the depths of Hells Canyon, Hwy 95 takes you through some of the most picturesque places in Southwest Idaho.
Mountain Views
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Brundage Mountain Biking
Whether you're into thrillin' or chillin', Brundage has a mountain bike adventure that fits.
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Bogus Basin: Boise’s Backyard
Community events. Adventure attractions. Outdoor recreation for all. Whether you’re here for the day or staying nearby as part of an extended vacation, there’s plenty waiting for you on the mountain.
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6 Climbing Spots In Southwest Idaho
Famous crags and hidden gems — Southwest Idaho has everything a climber could want and more. We’ll give you the lowdown so you can climb high.
Gone Fishin'
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11 Fishing Holes in Southwest Idaho
All you can hear is the sound of the river, the wind and the birds as you cast a line into the clear water.
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Fishing Southwest Idaho
Pristine waters. Casting into a cool mountain creek. Angling is the perfect way to disconnect from the everyday and reconnect with the great outdoors.
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6 Wide-Open Spaces
When the urge to shut off your phone, pack up the car, and search for big skies becomes unbearable, Southwest Idaho will be waiting. There’s a haunting beauty to be discovered here.
