Plan Your Visit
The sheer variety of landscapes, activities, and attractions means Southwest Idaho gives you choices. We’ve assembled some of our most popular trip-planning content here to help you plan your visit.
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Scenic Road Trips
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Hells Canyon Scenic Byway
If wild and rugged is what you're after, this remote scenic drive definitely delivers. There’s a reason Hells Canyon is such a popular bucket list destination.
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Lower Payette River Heritage Byway
This scenic route is rich in Idaho history and natural wonders, from museums and fruit farms to wildlife and hot springs.
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Owyhee Uplands Backcountry Byway
When in search of scenery and solitude, chart a course through this route’s striking landscape.
On The Water
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5 Places to Go Boating in SW Idaho
Our guide will give you the details on our favorite Southwest Idaho lakes and reservoirs in the region, from safety tips to docking details and more.
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Family-Friendly Floats
Idaho whitewater isn’t just for thrill seekers – it’s for everyone, no matter their ages.
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Stand Up Paddleboarding
There’s no other way to say it: stand up paddle boarding, also known as SUP, is hot.
Among The Trees
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Exploring SW Idaho’s State Parks
Idaho’s State Parks are the gems of the Gem State — and fortunately, a whole lot of them are located right here in Southwest Idaho.
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Off-Roading Guide
Ride through 500+ miles of deserts, forests, and total wilderness. From the Payette National Forest to the Owyhee wilderness, Southwest Idaho has one of the largest OHV (off-highway vehicle) trail networks in the Northwest.
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4 Hidden Hikes in SW Idaho
Get the rundown on five of our favorite hidden hikes in the region, from quick hikes with the kids to challenging day-long adventures.
