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Boise & Beyond - Daycation Vibes
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items I know Boise is a little land locked as we say… but you don't have to get on a plane to get out of town! Here are some day trip or stay the weekend ideas to get out of town and give you the vacation vibes you're looking for!
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Open during winter and summer! Ride the coaster, hike, bike or check out their concert schedule during the summer. Ski over 85+ runs in the winter! Stop at Hawkin's Pac Out and get breakfast burritos to go on the way up!
Winter or Summer Fun at Bogus Basin
Whether you want to hang out just for the day or go for the weekend, Lucky Peak is a great spot. A 20 minute drive from East Boise, Lucky Peak is a reservoir and a beautiful place to hang out in the summer. The water levels do significantly go down d...
Cool off at Lucky Peak for the day or stay the night at Macks Creek Campground!
Ok, I know this is going to sound a bit crazy, but yes… we drive to Horseshoe Bend just to get a pie! It is THAT good!! Something about the crust! We love the Huckleberry but they are a little spendy and so we usually go with the mixed berry which we...
Take a drive and pick up a yummy pie at Volcanic Farms
Located mostly between Nampa and Caldwell, the wine trail has 20+ wineries. It feels a little like Tuscany, but in Idaho! (Italy lovers please forgive me!) It's a nice drive and a great afternoon. My favorite stops are Scoria, Koenig, Hells Canyon, Huston and Hat Ranch. You can find the map at sunnyslopewinetrail.com.
Visit the Sunnyslope Wine Trail for Idaho Wine Tasting
Garden Valley is about a 1 hour drive from Boise and a beautiful one at that - in the mountains along the Payette River. Check out the Terrace Lake Resort & golf or swim, go river rafting or just stop by The Dirty Shame for a bite to eat!
Garden Valley, Idaho
About an hour drive from Boise and a short nature filled hike in to see a beautiful waterfall - it's worth it!! There is an area to hang out, read a book, take a swim. Usually it's pretty peacefull, but sometimes on weekends it can be a little busy.
Chasing the Waterfall at Jump Creek | Idaho
3 hours from Boise and it will feel like you've gone to another planet! Great hikes and a spectacular display of volcanic rock and black sand. Not really dog friendly.
Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve (U.S. National Park Service)
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I love the Shore Lodge! It is located on the beautiful Payette Lake in Mccall Idaho. It is also the home of one of my favorite Spas, The Cove (get the body lotion, its my favotie). The Cove not only has incredible massage and facials but also a beautiful heated salt water s...
Stay the Night at the Shore Lodge In McCall - Spa at the Cove, Ski at Brundage
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The Sun Valley & Ketchum area is fun in the summer or winter. Ski, hike, bike ride, shop, dine. They have it all! The lodge is a nice place to stay and hang out and make sure to schedule a service at the spa and hang out by the heated pool!
Ski With The Elite At The Sun Valley Resort - Spend The Night Dining In Ketchum
About a 45 minute drive from Boise, great skiing and great for summer day hike too! Stay at the resort and go to the spa!
Ski, Stay & Play at Tamarack Resort
Walla Walla is a fun weekend of wine tasting and dining! There is a booklet you will want to grab that gives you the regions and winery addresses. We usually make reservations in advance. The downtown area is fun at night too and there are lots of gr...
120+ Wineries and Tasting Rooms Just 4 Hours From Boise