Cycling: Route of the Hiawatha, near Wallace
Hiking: Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve
Kayaking and canoeing: Shoshone Falls, Twin Falls
Welcome to IDAHO America’s Best-kept Secret
Tasting: wine tour at Lindsay Creek Vineyards, Lewiston Jetboating: Hells Canyon, near Hells Canyon Dam
Skiing: Bald Mountain Ski Area, Sun Valley
daho is blessed with unmatched geological diversity – stunning mountain peaks, deep river gorges, thundering whitewater rapids, pristine lakes and more designated wilderness areas than anywhere else in the lower 48 states. Virtually every kind of outdoor recreation you can imagine is here: 18 ski resorts providing both winter and summer fun; outstanding trails traversing the state for hiking, biking, horse riding and backpacking; rivers tumbling through timbered canyons for exhilarating jet boating and rafting. The vibrant capital city, Boise, is full of excitement and entertainment. A holiday in Idaho truly is an adventure in living that’s not to be missed! To discover places to go, things to do and places to stay, visit
visitidaho.org
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FUN FACTS ABOUT IDAHO It’s wild!
Idaho is second only to Alaska for the amount of wilderness. You will experience the fresh air of the wild as you sweep through the mountains and valleys of Idaho’s vast landscapes. It is
home to the US’s first destination ski resort, Sun Valley, and offers more white river miles than anywhere in the 48 lower states.
It has a canyon that is deeper than the Grand Canyon
Hells Canyon, North America’s deepest river gorge, encompasses a vast and remote region in Idaho and Oregon and features dramatic changes in elevation, terrain, climate and vegetation. This national showcase contains acres of beauty and adventure, where one’s senses can run as wild as the landscape. The recreation area offers scenic vistas, world- class whitewater boating, fishing, spectacular mountain peaks and vast reaches of remote wilderness.
It has falls higher than Niagara Falls Shoshone Falls, located at the edge of Twin Falls, is a natural beauty on the Snake River. At 212 feet, the falls are higher than Niagara Falls. It offers a unique blend of recreational facilities, including playgrounds, hiking trails,
picnic areas, a boat ramp, swimming area, and a scenic overlook. A picnic in the shaded, grassy areas provides a perfect vantage point for viewing Shoshone Falls.
It’s like the Moon!
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a mammoth ocean of lava flows located in central Idaho. Hike through caves and craters and experience unrivalled scenery. Explore this unique volcanic landscape by car or trek through remote parts of the expansive lava field. Follow in the footsteps of astronauts that used this area as their training ground.
It tastes good Idaho is the #1 producer of hops and is home to over 50 wineries and 50 breweries. Three designated American Vinicultural Areas grow more than 25 varieties of grapes. Idaho produces the second most barley in the US. Take a tour of the vineyards and breweries to fully appreciate the delightful tastes that Idaho has to offer.
Contact us for more information: IDAHO TOURISM, c/o Aviareps UK Ltd, The Mille, 1000 Great West Road, Brentford, Greater London, TW8 9DW
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