Boise
The word “bois” is French for forest or wood. A good name for this lush a national forest full of spruce, pine, and fir trees. But, the Boise National Forest is not a land of only steep mountains, fast rivers, and dense forests. It is has arid sagebrush country, rolling hills, and pristine wildernesses. This variety in landscapes provides the foundation for Boise National Forest’s wide variety of recreation opportunities, fabulous camping locations, and many wonderful visits.
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Idaho whitewater rafting offers some of the best river trips in the world, like the infamous Middle Fork of the Salmon River. With thousands of miles of rivers to choose from, Idaho is a whitewater paradise.
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Discover the top birding locations in Idaho. Find out more about Idaho Bird Clubs and Birding Organizations in Idaho. Print out a checklist of Idaho birds. Find the Rare Bird Alert Phone Numbers for Idaho. Order books to help you become a better birder in Idaho.
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Idaho is famous for potatoes, outdoor recreation, and fishing! Boise, capitol of Idaho and most populated community in the state, offers some first-rate opportunities for wetting a line within the Boise parks and along the Greenbelt.
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Over 30 cross-country ski trail systems are located throughout the state. Foremost among them is the Sun Valley trails (#19-25) with a total of over 100 km of groomed trails. A Park N’Ski Pass is required for all vehicles in the 18, or so, designated Park ‘N Ski zones.
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