Visit Idaho
It’s no surprise Idaho is a top travel destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as the state is home to more acres of untouched wilderness than almost any other state. Tourists flock to snow covered peaks in northern Idaho for skiing and snowmobiling, and the towering quartz sand dunes in the east for thrilling off-road escapades. Visitors can also relax year-round in the famed Idaho hot springs. Time to plan your next family adventure.
Best Time To Visit
Picturesque ski resorts and the adventures to be found there make winter a peak tourism season in Idaho. Summer, spring, and fall are for exploring natural attractions.
Climate
The Idaho climate depends on elevation and location. The mountains in the north receive more precipitation than the warmer southern regions. Even hot days have low humidity and cool evenings.
Altitude
The Rocky Mountains running through the state keep elevation relatively tall, with the highest peak at 12,668 feet. Even the lowest elevation in Idaho is 710 feet above sea level.
Terrain
Mountains dominate the topography of Idaho. Rocky and forested trails are covered with snow in winter. The desert in the east features rolling dunes.
Idaho Attractions
Schweitzer Mountain
Schweitzer Mountain Resort in northern Idaho’s Selkirk Mountains offers more than 2900 acres for skiing and snowmobile adventures. Lodging includes Selkirk Lodge, White Pine Lodge, and other hotels providing a wealth of dining options. Guided snowmobile tours begin at the summit.
Burgdorf Hot Springs
This most rustic of historic Idaho resorts in Payette National Forest should top any list of adventurous things to do. No electricity, woodstove heating, and healing hot springs make this cabin getaway near the Salmon River a must.
St. Anthony Sand Dunes
10,600 acres of white quartz sand attracts ATV riders near and far to attempt to conquer sand dunes up to 400 feet high. Rent a quad for a high adrenaline desert adventure.
West Yellowstone
Take a family vacation at Yellowstone National Park without the crowds on the eastern Idaho border. Over 60 RV parks and campgrounds with ATV trails. It’s also a popular winter travel destination with snowmobile rentals at local outdoor outfitters.
Big Springs
One of over 130 hot springs in Idaho, Big Springs is one of the headwaters of the Snake River. 120 millions gallons of water pour forth each day. Tourists feed enormous rainbow trout from a bridge where the clear water makes for perfect viewing.
Polaris Vehicles
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Rent a Polaris vehicle for every season. Snowmobiling, ATVing, highway driving, mountain rock crawling — the brand new on and off-road vehicles at our Adventure Outfitter locations can tackle all terrain.
Things to Do in Idaho
The adventure options are endless on your next Idaho vacation. Fish for chinook salmon at Lake Coeur D’Alene or rainbow trout in Lake Cascade. Hike or mountain bike Canfield Mountain in the Idaho panhandle. Ride the OHV trails from Sawmill Station up to Bayhorse Ghost Town for an ATV tour of the abandoned 1860s silver mines. Whatever type of adventure you’re seeking, Idaho offers the opportunity to find it.
Idaho Adventures
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Sandpoint Ridge Runner Guided Snowmobile Tour
Selkirk Powder Company, Sandpoint, ID
Starting at
$275
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8 Credits
Idaho Backcountry Snowmobile Rental
High Mountain Adventures, Island Park, ID
Starting at
$200
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6 Credits
Bayhorse Lake and Ghost Town RZR Tour
The Sawmill Station, Clayton, ID
Starting at
$425
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12 Credits
Donnelly Idaho Guided Snowmobile Tour
Mountain Meadow Adventure Rentals - Donnelly, Donnelly, ID
Starting at
$221
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6 Credits
Coeur D'Alene Off-Road Tours
Adventure Sport Rentals, Coeur D'Alene, ID
Starting at
$300
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9 Credits
Donnelly Snowmobile Tours
Mountain Meadow Adventure Rentals - Donnelly, Donnelly, ID
Starting at
$245
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7 Credits
Clayton Idaho ATV Tours
The Sawmill Station, Clayton, ID
Starting at
$325
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9 Credits
North Central Idaho SXS/UTV Rides
River Adventures, Riggins, ID
Starting at
$340
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10 Credits