4.5Craters of the Moon National Monument(1.280 reviews) - go visit if you are in the area Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Geologic Formations
An ocean of blackened lava flows holds opportunities to relax, explore, and enjoy for all ages and abilities. The monument is an easy day trip from Boise, Sun Valley, and Idaho Falls. Click on the link below to learn more about this unearthly landscape and start planning your visit today.See more..
4.5City Of Rocks National Reserve(199 reviews) - Rock scramblers’ paradise! Spent More than 3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
Numerous granite formations, some 70 stories tall, attract world-class rock climbers. The Reserve protects 6.2 miles of the California National Historic Trail, and features emigrant signatures written in axle grease. Idaho's only pinyon pine forest is within the 14,407-acre Reserve. Activities include camping, climbing, hiking, horseback riding, photography, birding, wildflower watching, hunting, and geological and historical discovery. The Reserve is a unit of the National Park System and is managed on site by the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. The visitor center is located in the gateway village of Almo,which provides food, gas, lodging, hot springs, and authentic, rural wester charm. Castle Rocks State Park is also located within a few miles.See more..
5.0Sawtooth Wilderness Area(182 reviews) - Look for the natural hot springs north of Ketchum! National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Forests
The 217,000 acres within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area include some 300 lakes, 40 wilderness trails and a forest of fir, spruce and pine.See more..
The deepest river gorge in North America, Hells Canyon is accessible by jet boat or raft. Those who explore this rugged wilderness will find ancient tribal carvings in the rocks, deserted ranches and closed-up gold mines.See more..
5.0Sawtooth National Forest(57 reviews) - One day not enough! Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM National Parks • Forests
Encompassing more than 21 million acres of scenic and dramatic landscape inside the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, this forestland offers a variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts.See more..
We camped in our trailer at Bull Trout Campground. There are no hookups here, so bring your own water and have a fully charged battery. Our campsite backed up to a lake. It was quiet and peacful and no ATVs were allowed in the campground. This is a great place for serenity in nature. I swam in the lake and walked around it through the forest. Motorized boats are prohibited. It was a truly enjoyable experience.See more..
4.5Celebration Park(15 reviews) - Learn from the past Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
The area is amazing and the guides are well informed. When we were going to have a 10 minute tour, we stayed for an hour and 10 minutes because it was amazing to see and hear about the petroglyphs. The park would be a fun place for young people to have hands on experience. A little hard to find so I'm attaching a map to help.See more..
This remote park located on a ridge line that cuts a swath across miles and miles of wheat fields is a must see. I pitched my tent on the top of the ridge and enjoyed cool breezes, stars and beautiful sunsets. The unfolding scenery below is idyllic. Some information says high clearance vehicles. As long as it's dry you won't have a problem. My Fiat 400 rental made it just fine. Be prepared for several miles of dirt roads they are however well maintained. During the day you may see or hear motorcycles. There is a trail that runs the ridge line that is popular. However by the time the sun is ready to set all is quiet. There is plenty of wildlife, including bears, so be alert, Great camping, great views and peaceful nights.See more..
