10 Idaho Lakes to Backpack to This Summer

Is anybody else already dreaming of long summer days spent in the mountains? Does the thought of lizarding on a sun-baked rock next to an alpine lake bring tears of joy to your eyes? We know how you feel. Not only that, but we've done you a favor and compiled a list of some of the most idyllic mountain lakes that you can find in Idaho. Get your gear ready, prepare your legs for the haul, and pick a few of your favorites from our list. Summer is always one of the busiest season of the year, so if you want to make those lakeside camping dreams a reality, make your plans to explore Idaho's trails now!

1. Backpack through Surprise Valley to Lake 10148

Photo: Garren Moore

2. Backpack to Born Lakes

Photo: Garren Moore

3. Backpack to Alice Lake

Photo: Dusty Klein

4. Backpack the Alice Toxaway Loop

Photo: Matt Huber

5. Backpack to Cramer Lakes

Photo: Amanda Solomon

6. Backpack to Imogene Lake

Photo: Mike Sanders

7. Backpack to Saddleback Lakes

Photo: Fudo Jahic

8. Backpack to Sawtooth Lake

Photo: Dusty Klein

9. Backpack to Trail Creek Lakes

Photo: Dusty Klein

10. Backpack to Marten and Kelly Lakes

Photo: Garren Moore

Check out Visit Idaho for more amazing summer adventures across the state.

Cover photo: Garren Moore