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

Boise Adventures

  • Boise Like a Local

    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

    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

    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.

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Great Outdoors

  • Birds of Prey

    Birds of Prey

    The owl perches on his falconer’s shoulder, like an athlete preparing for the first steps of a race.

  • Boise Like a Local

    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.

  • Bogus Basin: Boise’s Backyard

    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

  • Ultimate SW Idaho Summer Road Trip

    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 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

    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.

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Mountain Views

  • Brundage Mountain Biking

    Brundage Mountain Biking

    Whether you're into thrillin' or chillin', Brundage has a mountain bike adventure that fits.

  • Bogus Basin: Boise’s Backyard

    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.

  • 6 Climbing Spots In Southwest Idaho

    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'

  • 11 Fishing Holes in Southwest Idaho

    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

    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

    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.

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