Idaho is best known for it's potatoes. A very well kept secret is the state's terrain and the adventures that can be found within. Ever since moving to Idaho I have been amazed at the activities available just a short drive from Boise, Idaho.
There is something for every season.
Below are a few of the activities that I enjoy.
Idaho is truly an adrenaline junkie's paradise!
Climbing (Spring, Summer, Fall): Starts around the end of March and can last until the
end of October or early November.
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| Black Cliffs 10 miles east of Boise |
Rafting and Kayaking (Spring, Summer, Fall): Starts around the end of April -but the water is cold- and can last until the end of September or early October -but the rivers are "bony".
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| Jacobs Ladder, North Fork of the Payette River - 60 miles north of Boise |
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| Main Payette River - 45 miles north of Boise |
Skiing (Winter, Spring): Can start as early as November (Thanksgiving) and can last until the end of May if you're willing to skin up.
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| Bogus Basin - 17 miles northeast of Boise |
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| Bogus Basin Map |





