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    • Bruneau, Idaho

      Hike the Bruneau Sand Dunes

      4.1
      3 mi / 470 ft gain
      Set off from the Bruneau Lake parking lot and circumnavigate the lake in a clockwise direction. The hike traverses small rolling dunes before beginning it's ascent of the big dune. The big dune rises 450 feet and it's loose sand is both entertaining to climb as well as a test of patience.The 360 ...
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    • Bruneau, Idaho

      Hike the Rim of Bruneau Canyon

      4.0
      5 mi / 100 ft gain
      From the small town of Bruneau turn east on Hot Springs Road (set odometer) and continue for 15.6 miles on a well maintained dirt road. Turn right at the "Overlook" sign and continue for another 3 miles. The road terminates at a dirt parking area.The drive to Bruneau Canyon is through remote and ...
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    • Hill City, Idaho

      Photograph the Camas Lilies on the Camas Prairie

      4.0
      Each spring the Camas Prairie comes alive with acres of vibrant Camas lilies. The bloom lasts from late May to mid-June.From Route 20 turn south onto Wolf Lane east of Hill City, following the Centennial Marsh Wildlife Management Area signs. The road is dirt but passable for sedans.Stop at the Ce...
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    • Wendell, Idaho

      Hike and Swim at Box Canyon Springs

      5.0
      4.3 mi / 351 ft gain
      Tucked away, almost hidden in a vast expanse of farmland, lies a secluded canyon filled with natural springs, crystal clear water, waterfalls and wildlife. There’s a good chance you may miss the turn off to the trailhead, so keep a keen eye peeled for the small park signage. There are two parking...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Visit Balanced Rock

      4.0
      Balanced Rock is famous throughout the Magic Valley, and getting there is easy. A picnic table and turnoff on Castleford/Glenns Ferry Road allows you to park below the rock. From there it's a short scramble up the hill to get to the base -- that's the only way to get a feel for the boulder's enor...
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    • Gooding County, Idaho

      Hike the Little City of Rocks

      4.0
      4.2 mi / 800 ft gain
      Located near Gooding, Idaho, the Little City of Rocks provides endless wandering through volcanic ash hoodoos and sagebrush desert.The parking area is less than two miles down a decently graded dirt road. In spring there is a water crossing. If your car cannot cross park and walk the short distan...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Photograph Balanced Rock at Night

      Southern Idaho offers a lot of unique places to go photograph, but not all places have as good of a spot for astrophotography as Balanced Rock State Park does. Because this spot is quite a ways out from the towns, you don't have a lot of light pollution which allows you to see all of the stars in...
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    • Buhl, Idaho

      Take a Dip at Miracle Hot Springs

      5.0
      Located just 10 miles northwest of Buhl, Idaho, lies a geothermal oasis with a rich history and where relaxation is the only requirement. Miracle Hot Springs is a collection of 4 outdoor public pools, 15 private pools and 6 VIP pools filled with natural hot spring water that is soft to the touch....
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    • Grand View, Idaho

      Hike the Oolite Interpretive Trail

      5.0
      1 mi / 200 ft gain
      The two to three car parking area is situated at about and elevation of 3000 feet. Situated 200 feet up the interpretive trail stand the oolite rock structures. These structures stretch on for as far as you can see, and only a minute portion are included in the article photography.Access to the t...
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    • Mountain Home, Idaho

      Relax at Big and Little Trinity Lakes

      6 mi / 300 ft gain
      Because of the altitude of the this lake, the road to it doesn't open up until mid to late July. You can still get to the lake, but it is a 6 mi round trip hike down a dusty dirt road. It gets old. When the road is open, you can drive right up to the lake.  To get there, right before the town of ...
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    • Elmore County, Idaho

      Explore the South Fork of the Boise River

      3.8
      In just over an hour, you can leave downtown Boise and arrive above Arrowrock Reservoir in a location so unique that you won't believe you're still in Idaho. The South Fork of the Boise River provides excitement for campers, wildlife lovers, and outdoor goers. Although I just visited for the firs...
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    • Jerome, Idaho

      SUP the Snake River to Pillar Falls

      5.0
      There may not be a better way to beat the heat on a scorching summer day, then to hop onto a SUP and hit the Snake River. For a quick and super easy paddle,  cruise under the Perrine Bridge where you may just get the chance to see people basejumping right above you as you make your way to one if ...
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    • Twin Falls County, Idaho

      Perrine Bridge and Perrine Coulee Falls

      4.5
      About the Bridge: The Perrine Bridge near Twin Falls, Idaho is a famous landmark in the state and crosses the beautiful Snake River Canyon. The bridge is 1,500 feet long and is 386 feet above the Snake River. There are also BASE jumpers that frequent the bridge. BASE jumping is a sport where athl...
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    Camping and Lodging in Glenns Ferry

    Dog Creek (Id)
    Mountain Home, Idaho

    Dog Creek (Id)

    Elks Flat Campground
    Mountain Home, Idaho

    Elks Flat Campground

    Baumgartner Campground
    Mountain Home, Idaho

    Baumgartner Campground

    Big Trinity Cabin
    Mountain Home, Idaho

    Big Trinity Cabin

    Twin Falls / Jerome KOA Holiday
    Jerome, Idaho

    Twin Falls / Jerome KOA Holiday

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Glenns Ferry

    Roadtripping Idaho's Stunning Thousand Springs Scenic Byway

    Roadtripping Idaho's Stunning Thousand Springs Scenic Byway

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