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Idaho

Soaking at Maple Grove Hot Springs, Idaho

Maple Grove Hot Springs is located at the Northern end of the Bear River, along the scenic Oneida Narrows Reservoir in South Eastern Idaho. There are three large soaking tubs, plus a larger therapy pool. The tubs are formed from rock and mortar, and every pool offers a great view of the reservoir. This hot springs is not as well known as some of it's neighboring hot springs, so you'll see few people and tourists soaking here. There's no nearby restaurants, so its best to bring your own snacks or picnic lunch and the closest gas station is in Preston, ID. The water at Maple Grove Hot Springs is free flowing, sulphur free, and odor free, so you won't come out smelling like rotten eggs.

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Hiking to the Pioneer Cabin – Ketchum, Idaho

Hiking, Idaho

The Pioneer Cabin Trail is one of the most iconic hikes near Ketchum, Idaho, rewarding hikers with sweeping views of the Pioneer Mountains and the historic stone cabin marked with the famous “The Higher You Get, The Higher You Get”

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Hiking the Norton Lakes Trail – Ketchum, Idaho

Hiking

The Norton Lakes Trail is a stunning alpine hike in the Smoky Mountains near Ketchum, Idaho. About At about 5 miles roundtrip with a moderate climb, the trail takes you through shady pine forests and colorful meadows before opening up to two

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Hiking to Baker Lake – Ketchum, Idaho

Hiking

The Baker Lake Trail is a short but rewarding hike tucked into the Smoky Mountains near Ketchum, Idaho. At 3.5 miles roundtrip with a moderate incline, it’s accessible for most hikers and makes a perfect short adventure. About The Baker Lake trail

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Hike to Goat Lake, Idaho: A Must-Do Near Stanley

Hiking, Idaho, Trail Running

Tucked deep in the Sawtooth Wilderness, Goat Lake is one of the most stunning alpine lakes you can reach on foot near Stanley, Idaho. Surrounded by jagged granite peaks and fed by snowmelt, this turquoise lake feels like a hidden

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Hiking Goat, Betty & Baptie Lakes via Broad Canyon Loop – Pioneer Mountains, Idaho

Hiking

Hiking the Broad Canyon Loop to Goat, Betty, and Baptie Lakes in Idaho’s Pioneer Mountains is an unforgettable alpine adventure. This 12-mile loop trail winds past five sparkling alpine lakes, follows a crystal-clear creek, and opens up to sweeping high-alpine

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Lodging at the Summer & Ski Targhee Airbnb

Lodging, Pet Friendly Lodging

The Summer & Ski Targhee Airbnb is a brand-new luxury rental home in Driggs, Idaho that I just had to check out! We visited for a friend's birthday weekend, and it was the perfect way to celebrate plus do some

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Hiking to Upper Palisades Lake, Idaho

Hiking

er Upper Palisades Lake is a beautiful alpine lake on the Idaho/Wyoming border that sits at an elevation of 6,700 ft. About This is an extremely popular route for backpackers, as there are two lakes - lower and upper. Many backpackers opt to

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The 6 Best Things to do in Twin Falls, Idaho

Exploring

The 6 Best Things to do in Twin Falls, Idaho are all within a short drive! Over July 4th weekend we decided to check out this area for a few reasons. First is that most of you know I'm still recovering from foot surgery and am limited to 1 mile walks. Boring! Second, I needed to find an area that we could focus on getting our Alpacka Rafts out and/or easily walk up to cool sights. Third, I didn't want to drive super far - Twin Falls is only 3.5 hours from SLC! After doing a bunch of research on the area, this left us with several options, and over 2.5 days we checked out these amazing locations! From kayaking and very short walks, there is something for everyone in Twin Falls!

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Lodging at the Yur-Treat in Idaho + Backcountry Skiing!

Yurts

Idaho's Yur-Treat is located just outside Victor, Idaho on the west side of the Tetons. It's about about 4.5 hours from Salt Lake City and tucked into a small grove of Aspen trees.

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Backpacking the Alice Toxaway Loop & More

Backpacking

Backpacking the Alice Toxaway Loop – A Stunning Adventure in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains

The Alice Toxaway Loop is one of the most scenic and popular backpacking routes in the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho. This 18-mile loop can be hiked in either direction and offers flexibility depending on how long you want to stay. While some people complete it as a long day hike or over a weekend, we stretched our adventure into 5 nights and 6 days, allowing extra time to explore side trails and soak in the beauty of the backcountry.

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Hiking to Fall Creek Falls, Challis National Forest

Hiking

Fall Creek Falls is located in the Challis National Forest in the Wildhorse Creek area, about 45 minutes from the Mt.Borah Trail head. This is a super easy trail that anyone can do, dogs and kids included. The short 0.7 mile path leads to this beautiful cascading waterfall that has a viewing deck but if you're feeling adventurous, you can easily walk to the base or top of the falls. The best months to visit are June through October.

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Hiking to Mt.Borah, Idaho State High Point

Hiking

Hiking to Mt.Borah (12,662 ft), Idaho's state high point, is located in the Lost River Range within Challis National Forest. This peak is not for the faint of heart or weak.

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Camping & Climbing at City of Rocks, Idaho

Camping

City of Rocks National Reserve is located near Almo, Idaho and is a popular area for climbing, hiking, camping, and learning about geology and local history. This area has several nicknames such as "the silent city", just "the city", and "steeple rocks", but whatever you want to call it, you're sure to find some adventure here. This area is rich with history, as pioneers made their way through this area along the California Trail. Several rocks, cabins, and replica wagons are marked with historical markers.

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Soaking at Lava Hot Springs, Idaho

Hot Springs

Lava Hot Springs is located in Idaho, about a 2 hour drive north of Salt Lake City. The natural, geothermal hot springs range in temperatures from 102F-112F degrees. The hot water is full of minerals, but has no sulfur, and therefor no bad smells of rotten eggs lurking in the air. Lava Hot Springs is open year round, but the best time to go, of course, is the Winter months. With five outdoor hot pools, the steam from the hot springs wraps around people and creates a very relaxing atmosphere. The red tents above provide shade on sunny days. Be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack to the hot springs - sitting for too long in hot water will dehydrate you and will make some people feel faint.