Idaho Destination Guide

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Idaho is a state located in the northwestern United States. Its capital is Boise and the U.S. postal abbreviation is ID. Idaho borders Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Wyoming and the Canadian province of British Columbia (the Idaho-BC border which is 48 miles long).

Idaho has a rugged landscape with some of the largest unspoiled natural areas in the country. Idaho is a Rocky Mountains state with exciting scenery and enormous natural resources. Idaho has towering, snow-capped mountain ranges, swirling white rapids, peaceful lakes and steep canyons. The churning waters of Snake River rush through Hells Canyon, which is deeper than the Grand Canyon. Shoshone Falls plunges down rugged cliffs from a height greater than that of Niagara Falls. The major rivers in Idaho are the Snake River, the Clearwater River and the Salmon River. Other significant rivers include the Boise River and the Payette River. Idaho's highest point is Borah Peak in the Lost River Mountains north of Mackay. Idaho's lowest point is in Lewiston, where the Clearwater River joins the Snake River and continues into Washington.

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Idaho boasts varied topography and small population. These characteristics combined make for excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and chances for solitude. The state can be split into three areas the south, central and panhandle regions. Southern Idaho contains Boise, the largest and capital city. Central Idaho contains the largest wilderness area in the continental United States, the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, and the deepest gorge in North America, Hells Canyon. The Idaho panhandle is an excellent place for outdoor activities of many types. The area contains several sites within Nez Perce National Park, as well as its headquarters.

Cities with Lodging Hotels in Idaho
Ashton Blackfoot Boise Bonners Ferry Caldwell Coeur d Alene	Driggs Harrison Idaho Falls Jerome Kellogg	Ketchum Lewiston McCall Meridian Montpelier	Moscow Nampa Pocatello Ponderay Post Falls	Rexburg Sandpoint Sun Valley Tetonia Twin Falls

The contrasting terrain of Idaho includes Hell’s Canyon National Recreational Area, the deepest river gorge in North America and home to the Snake, Salmon and Rapid rivers; Clearwater National Forest; and two of the finest big-game hunting areas in the USA – Chamberlain Basin and Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. The State capital, Boise, comes to life during the summer months with a lively festival and the Western Idaho Fair in August. It is also home to the World Center for Birds of Prey; the Basque Museum & Cultural Center and the Boise Art Museum. Attractions to the southeast include the massive Shoshone Falls; the Shoshone Indian Ice Caves; and historic Fort Hall.

Recreation opportunities within Idaho are as varied as the terrain. Kayaking, rafting and fishing are particularly popular on the states wild rivers. Hiking, horseback riding and backpacking facilities are plentiful in every region of the state.