What Do You Know About Idaho? Five Must-Do Idaho Adventures

For many of Americans, the one word that comes to mind if someone mentions the state of Idaho is potatoes. However, if one thinks that this creamy root vegetable is all there is to this beautiful state, then a trip to discover the best of Idaho tourism might be a good activity to include as part of one's "bucket list". Some of the best outdoor adventures in Idaho are listed below.

• Go whitewater rafting down the Snake River, the River of No Return, Salmon, Lochsa and Bruneau Rivers - There are many guided trips available to make this the trip of a lifetime. Along the way you will see an abundance of indigenous animals, can set up camp along its quiet banks, fish for trout and be amazed by the breath-taking scenery composed of high canyon walls, sylvan mountains and, of course, the crashing waters. Whether it is via canoe, kayak or raft you are sure to have a fantastic time!
• Bring home the "Big One"-Enlist the services and knowledge of an area outfitter and go on an unforgettable hunting or fishing adventure. There are customized hunts for elk, deer, bear, cougars or bighorn sheep as well as boat fishing trips or fly fishing trips where guides will show you where to find the biggest and best steelhead trout, sturgeons, crappie, perch and other Idaho fish faves. Favorite fishing locations are the Teton River, South Forks, Silver Creek, Kelly Creek and the Boise River.
  
• Sleep under the stars- Idaho has a plethora of campgrounds all across the state. Yu can bring along your own camper or choose to "rough it" and pitch your tent at one of the many areas. You will find campgrounds full amenities to basic necessities and offering cabins, yurts, and even horse corrals. No matter where you choose to lay your head, you are sure to have sweet dreams of Idaho adventures.
  
• Take a pack trip- With a long list of ranches offering room, board and "wild west" fun, spending time enjoying the pace of Idaho's back country is a snap. You can hire a guide and a horse-if you don't have one of your own- and go on pack trips into the beauty of Idaho's woods, valley, mountains, and plains. Along the way you can count on seeing an assortment of wildlife, sharing stories around the campfire with new friends, and seeing the state in unique and beautiful way. And, if your want a truly unusual pack trip, look for an area outfitter that offers llama trekking trips.
  
• The White Stuff-Just because the temperature drops and the summer season has drawn to an end, does not mean that Idaho should be overlooked. Matter of fact, some of the year's best fun can be found when the snow has fallen. This is the time for snowmobiling and skiing. Whether it is cross-country ski lodge locations like those in the Red River Area, the Gospel Hump Wilderness, Sawtooth National Recreation area or the Tetons, backcountry and downhill locations like America's first ski destination Sun Valley, the Cascades, McCall or Driggs or even helicopter skiing at Peak Adventures, there is plenty of powder to go around.

Of course, there is much more to this beautiful state, but to overlook these outdoor adventures would be to miss out on some of the best activities in Idaho. Be sure that an Idaho vacation is included on your "To Do" list. It's one item that will offer more play than work.