Enjoy Skiing Alternatives, Quirky Museums and More in Idaho

Upper Mesa Falls CREDIT Kirsten Pope

Saying goodbye to summer offers an opportunity to take in cooler temperatures and colorful scenery as you leisurely explore other gleaming facets of the Gem State.

Seasonal Must-Sees

Idaho’s gentle transition to fall brings a flare of vibrant tones to roadside views. For a kaleidoscope of colours, hit the road on one of Idaho’s 31 scenic byways, such as the International Selkirk Loop and the City of Rocks Backcountry Byway.

Warm up from winter’s chill with a cozy soak in a rejuvenating Idaho hot spring. Find mineral-rich geothermal pools at Gold Fork Hot Springs, Miracle Hot Springs or Lava Hot Springs.

The Spa at Tamarack CREDIT Sherri Harkin

Pamper Yourself at The Spa at Tamarack

Tamarack is located north of Boise in Donnelly, Idaho. The Spa at Tamarack pampers guests with natural and luxurious treatments found only in the heart of the majestic Idaho Tamarack forests. Based on Native and holistic traditions, their healing oils, lotions and aromatherapies transform you with healing wildflowers and herbs that abundantly thrive in these high mountain meadows and forests. This is Idaho. This is where you rediscover yourself. This is the Spa at Tamarack.

As the snow begins to melt in spring, waterfalls roar back to life. Chase a few at Shoshone Falls, Upper and Lower Mesa Falls or Jump Creek Falls.

 

 

Snowshoeing in Harriman State Park CREDIT Visit Idaho

Opt Outside

In search of slower, more immersive winter recreation that isn’t on a ski slope? Snowshoeing is one of the easiest ways to explore the outdoors. Try Whoop Um Up, Harriman State Park or Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve

Inside Information

No matter the season or weather outdoors, Idaho’s museums offer a chance to learn about the state’s history or to discover something new. Take some time to expand your knowledge and gather a few fun facts at the Museum of Clean, the Idaho Potato Museum or the Old Idaho Penitentiary.

Treefort Music Fest CREDIT Visit Southwest Idaho

Treefort Music Festival 

 Over 400 bands and 30+ venues, all packed into five high-energy, creativity-inducing days. Since 2012, Treefort Music Festival has taken over the streets of downtown Boise with a five-day celebration of music, art, culture and community. The festival has become a hotspot for up-and-coming bands in the Pacific Northwest and an emerging stop along the nationwide festival circuit. Treefort is so much more than a typical music festival. Additional “forts” – Alefort, Artfort, Comedyfort, Dragfort, Filmfort, Foodfort, Hackfort, Kidfort, Skatefort, Storyfort and Yogafort – encourage festivalgoers to bounce from venue to venue to experience something new.

For more information on Southwest Idaho, visit VisitSouthwestIdaho.org.

For more information on Idaho, visit VisitIdaho.org.

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