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Fun & Adventure Family Getaways
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Craters
of the Moon National Monument &
Preserve is one of Idaho's most spectacular family getaways where
visitors can explore a landscape filled with cinder cones, spatter
cones, lava tubes, and several types of lava. Enjoy hiking &
snowshoeing. There are camping facilities in the park.
Other famous Idaho attractions include
Bruneau Dunes State Park,
Hells Canyon,
Silverwood Theme Park,
City of Rocks National Reserve, and
Redfish Lake. Including skiing, hiking, camping and biking,
families will not get bored in Idaho. Find your favorite family
Idaho getaway here! |
Top Ten Family Things To Do
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WHITEWATER RAFTING-
The lower gorge of the Salmon River and the Middle Fork of the
Salmon are fun and exciting destinations for family white water
rafting adventure trips. Also look for great family rafting
trips at Hells Canyon. |
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CAMPING - Grab
the kids, and claim a great RV or tent spot. Idaho is your
playground to fish, hike, swim, bike or just sit back and relax! |
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HIKING - Sink
in the stunning vistas, craggy peaks and breathtaking beauty of the
Sawtooth National Recreation Area. There
are over 250 miles
of trails covering diverse terrain and length
great for day and extended trips.
Toxaway-Petit Loop is a scenic18-mile
loop popular for backpackers and day trippers. |
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SUN VALLEY RESORT
Why Families Love It: Top ranked skiing & golf, ice
skating, bowling, kids club, movie theater, three pools and two
fitness centers, hiking, biking, picnicking, and horseback riding.
Guests 12 and older can practice trap shooting at the Gun Club, while
tennis-loving families can join clinics for adults and kids at the
renowned Tennis Center |
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SKIING
- Grab your skis and snowboards and head to these fabulous
family-oriented Idaho ski resorts! |
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STATE PARKS - Idaho state parks offer a wide variety of
recreational opportunities great for
family fun..
Priest Lake State Park. The park offers 151 campsites, 5 camping
cabins, and a group camp.
Henrys Lake State Park Located just 15 miles west of Yellowstone
National Park, this high mountain lake is the kind of place fishermen
dream about. Camping is at one of 44 sites and there are
camping-cabins also available for rent.
Ponderosa State Park covers most of a 1,000-acre peninsula that
juts into beautiful Payette Lake near McCall. The park offers hiking
and biking trails and guided walks. Camp Sites & Cabins. |
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MOUNTAIN BIKING - Brundage Mountain Resort. The high-speed
chairlift whisks you to the 7,640 foot summit, and the rest is up to
you and gravity. With more than 20 miles of single-track trials,
there’s a route to fit every experience level. |
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HORSEBACK RIDING
- Climb into the saddle and ride one of the horses available at many
dude and guest ranches in Central Idaho. |
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TAMARACK RESORT - Tamarack resort offers families world-class
skiing, hiking and mountain biking. The Osprey Meadows, a Robert
Trent Jones, Jr., signature golf course; and beautiful Lake Cascade is
suitable for swimming, sailing, fishing, sea kayaking, and boating. |
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FUN PARKS: Idaho's exciting theme parks are great family
destinations or add-ons to your Idaho family adventure. Coeur d’Alene
has three!
Silverwood Theme Park,
Triple Play Family Fun Park and
Wild Waters. |
Other Idaho Attractions
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Northern Idaho
There are plenty of family fun
can't-be-missed activities in Northern Idaho to include the
Silver Mountain Resort,
the Silverwood Theme Park, Wild Waters, Boulder Beach
Water Park, Old Mission State Park, Schweitzer Mountain Resort
and more!
Central Idaho
Explore the Custer
Historic Mining Town in
Challis and the Ernest Hemingway Memorial
in Sun Valley.
Southwestern Idaho
Take a fun and informative ride on
the Boise Tour Train.
Area visits are great family experiences at the
Silver City Historical Area,
Three Island Crossing State Park
and more!
Eastern Idaho
Eastern Idaho boasts magnificent
destination activities including the famous Grand
Targhee resort,
Harriman State Park, Mesa Falls, St. Anthony Sand Dunes,
and the fun Yellowstone Bear World.
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North Central Idaho
Explore the famous
Hells Canyon region and the
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
Take the family and visit the Appaloosa Museum
in Moscow.
South Central Idaho
Take your family on a great adventure
exploring Balanced Rock
and the City of Rocks National Reserve.
The Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
in Hagerman is a worthwhile visit to learn about unique Idaho history.
Southeastern Idaho
Have loads of fun at these
Southeastern Idaho destinations including the Pebble
Creek Ski Area and the
Minnetonka Cave.
Can't miss: A soak in the soothing Lava Hot Springs
Pools!
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