This Is My Home, Idaho

While many visitors flock to big cities, true adventurers know that Idaho is where nature’s magic truly shines! Here are my favorite spots and must-see gems across this breathtaking state: 🏞️ Sawtooth Wilderness Why I love it: Jagged peaks, alpine lakes, and endless trails Don’t miss: Alice Lake for unreal turquoise waters 🏕️ Perfect for: Backpacking, photography, and soul-searching 🌄 Craters of the Moon National Monument Why it’s unique: Feels like walking on another planet 🪐 Highlights: Lava tubes, volcanic landscapes, and dark night skies Tip: Go stargazing – it’s an International Dark Sky Park! ✨ 🚣 Hells Canyon Deepest river gorge in North America – even deeper than the Grand Canyon! Activities: Rafting, fishing, and spotting bighorn sheep 🐑 Viewpoints: Hat Point offers jaw-dropping panoramas 🌲 Boise National Forest My happy place: Pine-scented air and hidden hot springs ♨️ Adventure options: Mountain biking, camping, wildlife watching 🦌 Local secret: Kirkham Hot Springs for a relaxing soak 🏔️ Redfish Lake The crown jewel of the Sawtooths 🎿 Crystal-clear waters perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding Stay at: The historic lodge or camp under the stars 🌅 Shoshone Falls “Niagara of the West” – taller than its famous cousin! 💦 Best time to visit: Spring for peak water flow Nearby fun: Explore Twin Falls and the Snake River Canyon 🛶 Priest Lake Idaho’s hidden treasure near the Canadian border Vibes: Serene, uncrowded, and utterly peaceful Must-do: Canoe to Upper Priest Lake 🍃 Idaho isn’t just a place – it’s a feeling. It’s waking up to mountain air, discovering hidden hot springs, and finding solitude in wild spaces. Come see why I’m so proud to call this beautiful state home! 💙 #US #ID #Boise