Slate Creek (Hoodoo) Hot Spring

This is an easy, yet breathtakingly beautiful hike. After the fun adventure of the 10.2 mile extra bumpy dirt road to the trail head the hike in is simple. 4 Wheel drive and a spare tire are advised, I got a flat. The drive in through old burned forest area is a cool drive on its own. At the end of the road there will be a parking lot and toilets. From here just follow the signs to the lake. Th...

Due to it's higher-than-average starting point, many backpackers use this trailhead to access the remote parts of the Boulder-White Cloud wilderness. The trailhead for this hike, nestled at 8850', is readily accessible by Prius and Jeep alike as the gravel road is well maintained, notwithstanding typical wash-boarding. Within a few miles before the trailhead are some easy places to pull alongsi...

Sunbeam Hot Springs, located along Idaho’s scenic Salmon River near Stanley, is a natural gem offering serene geothermal pools. Visitors can enjoy riverside soaking in the free, public springs, which include both natural pools and tubs near the riverbank. The historic 1930s stone bathhouse (with pit toilet) adds a touch of nostalgia to the site. Accessible year-round, Sunbeam Hot Springs is ...

...If you're into hot springs, and want one that's easily accessible, this is a great hot spring that's worth checking out. Cove Creek Hot Springs is only a 10-minute drive from the town of Stanley. It's not only one of the easier hot springs to get to, but I feel that it's one of the lesser visited in comparison to the many other hot springs in the area.  When I visited this hot spring, I w...

Park in the turnout west of Redfish Lake Road on Highway 75. The turnout is plowed to fit 10 to 15 cars.Walk over the bridge and turn right onto Redfish Lake Road. You will likely see tracks as it's a good access spot for backcountry skiers. The trail follows the road and is easy to navigate.Pass by the beautiful timber bridge over Redfish Creek before seeing Little Redfish Lake on your right. ...

There are several good spots to photograph along the shore of Redfish Lake. The marina at Redfish Lake Lodge is a great viewpoint. Also be sure to follow the path to the east of the lodge to visit some of the beaches on the north shore. It is here that you can often find yourself alone at dawn when the lake is completely still. Many mornings there is a blanket of fog covering the lake, so captu...