Idaho

At Wees Bar, a remote area accessible only by bike or foot, explore hundreds of petroglyphs carved into glacial boulders by Native Americans 12,000 years ago. Begin at the Swan Falls Dam parking lot. Bring a fat bike in late summer and fall to glide over the dry, loose dirt that forms as the cany...

Park at the Trail Creek trailhead 2.5 miles north of Sun Valley. Pedal north and cross a wooden bridge over Trail Creek. Climb onto the bench and bike straight across toward the burned trees. Turn left onto signed Corral Creek Trail #325. Nearly all of the 600 feet of climbing is done on the way...

This is a well-maintained trail that's fairly easy. You hike through a forested area to eventually reach the top of a sage-covered ridge offering expansive views of the surrounding area before descending back down to a lovely meadow and more forest. You're likely to be the only person/group on th...

The Palisades Creek Nature Trail is a fun little hike with many photographic opportunities. You can make the hike as short or long as you want, so once you're done taking photos, turn back around and head to your vehicle. The trail does eventually lead to Lower and Upper Palisades Lake, but this ...

'Around the Mountain' is a local mountain bike favorite in Boise. To get there, head up Bogus Basin Road for the full 16 miles until you get to the ski parking lot. Park in the line of cars facing the ski slope. Once you've checked your bike and you're ready to ride, take the trail that begins ju...

Starting at 5,315ft elevation and ascending to 6,585ft, this short hike is a great way to see and experience Hailey, Idaho. From Hailey main street head west on Bullion St, the trailhead parking is to the right just after you cross the Big Wood River.You have two choices when hiking Carbonate, yo...

The section of the Salmon River between Corn Creek and Carey Creek, known as the "Main" among boaters, flows through the second deepest canyon on the continent (only Hells Canyon is deeper).  The Main is one of the best all around river trips in the west and offers a spectacular road-less wildern...

Saint Regis Lakes is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mullan, Idaho.

Experience breathtaking alpine scenery on the Harrison Lake Trail (#217), nestled in the Selkirk Mountains north of Naples, Idaho. OVERVIEW Distance & Difficulty: ~4.5-miles total (out-and-back), moderate difficulty. Scenic Features: Travel through dense conifer forest, stunning views...

Evans Landing in Farragut State Park is a great place to hike year around. This would be a moderate to hard trail as it’s downhill all the way to the lake and uphill all the way back. Given the 4 mile roundtrip distance and the elevation gain, plan on this hiking taking about 2.5 hours with addit...

Pear Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mullan, Idaho.

The Moose Lake Loop Trail is a scenic circuit that builds on the main Moose Lake Trail by looping through surrounding forested terrain and providing additional viewpoints above the lake. It’s a great option for hikers looking for a slightly longer, more immersive experience in the Cabinet Mount...

North Nettelton Gulch Road to Shadduck is a point-to-point trail where you may see local wildlife located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Experience the breathtaking Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, a remarkable 72-mile paved rail-trail stretching across Idaho's spectacular Panhandle region from Mullan to Plummer. This meticulously maintained pathway guides cyclists, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts through pristine forests, alongsid...

The Pyramid and Ball Lakes Trail is a scenic alpine hike in northern Idaho, offering pristine wilderness views, crystal-clear lakes, and a peaceful backcountry experience. Starting from the trailhead near Priest Lake, this moderately challenging route takes hikers through lush evergreen forest,...

White Cloud Nine is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Sun Valley, Idaho.