IDAHO: THE GEM STATE
BY CLAY
LARROY
Regardless
of whether you are
traveling to a nearby location for the weekend or taking a
week-long destination vacation, you are always going to benefit from some tips
and ideas on how to make the whole process, more fun and less stressful. Take
time each day to alleviate stress while traveling or
vacationing and you will thank yourself for it when you get back home. With all
the chaos, jet-lag, partying and other excitement of travel comes a whole lot
of stress on your mind and body. By the time most vacations are over, another
one is needed to recover so taking a few minutes each day to rejuvenate will
make it easier for you to resume your normal life when it's all over. When you want to
plan a vacation contact me!
Idaho City
This quaint small town 45 miles from Boise, with its
classic western storefronts, was once the largest mining town in the Pacific
Northwest. Idaho City was once a rip-roaring gold mining area, rivaling
anything the California '49ers could have created. Many of the original
buildings are still in use by the almost 500 residents who make their home here
today. Eighteen historical buildings line the town, including I.O.O.F. Masonic
Lodge and Catholic Church.
Boise River -
North Fork
This stretch of the Boise River, east of Idaho City, is known
for its rock gardens and beautiful scenery. Anglers fish for rainbow and
cutthroat trout and whitefish. Endangered bull trout are also present but must
be released. The most accessible fishing spots are between Rabbit Creek and
Deer Park along Forest Rd. 327. Camping is available at Black Rock Campground
and guard stations at Barber Flat and Deer Park are also available to rent.
Diamond Lil's
Museum, Steakhouse & Saloon
Diamond Lil's is a Museum, Steakhouse & Saloon in the heart
of Historic Idaho City. Offering a full service menu. Specializing in hand-cut
to order Rib-Eye Steaks with Prime Rib on Saturday Night (or by reservation for
parties of 6 or more, available other nights). We also offer Burgers, Chicken,
Pork and BBQ Pork Ribs as well as Fresh Fish when available. Vegan Items are
also on the menu. Now Presenting Green Springs, LLC Nightly Vacation Rental
Home Call Diamond Lil's to register @ (208)392-4400
Idaho
City Area Nordic Ski Trails
Visit the website and
select "South Idaho Park 'n Ski for complete information on location,
difficulty, distance, parking, and more, as well as maps and information about
when and where dogs are allowed. Several Nordic trails near Idaho City are in the
Idaho City Area Yurt and Trail System, a program of the Idaho Department of
Parks and Recreation. Some trails are relatively challenging and require
advanced skiing skills while other areas are suitable for intermediate or
expert skiers. The system is adjacent to several backcountry ski slopes for
“tele-skiers”. A Park 'n Ski Pass is required.
Idaho City Historical Area
This quaint small town 45 miles from Boise, with its classic
western storefronts, was once the largest mining town in the Pacific Northwest.
Idaho City was once a rip-roaring gold mining area, rivaling anything the
California '49ers could have created. Many of the original buildings are still
in use by the almost 500 residents who make their home here today. Eighteen
historical buildings line the town, including I.O.O.F. Masonic Lodge and
Catholic church. Visitor Center is open daily.
Idaho City Visitor Center
Thirty-eight miles
northeast of Boise, historic Idaho City, once the largest city in the
Northwest, remains a living representation of the Boise Basin Gold Rush. The
town, which survived disastrous fires in the 1860s, has outlived the gold. A
large collection of historic red brick buildings still survives. In addition to
the downtown buildings, Idaho City has a Pioneer Cemetery, some of the oldest
churches in the territory and the state’s first newspaper, Idaho world. Today
Idaho City is one of the state's best examples of historic preservation with
the Boise Basin Museum, ongoing restorations, and many of the classic buildings
still in use. Hiking, camping, snowshoeing and Nordic skiing are all nearby,
and yurt camping in the winter months is very popular. Cougar, bear, coyotes
and wildlife abound in the forests that punctuate the community. Set alongside
the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Highway, Idaho City bridges the past and present.
Mores Creek Cabins
Open year round there
is hiking, biking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, hot springs
resort nearby, unimproved hot springs nearby in rivers, museums, water
reservoirs for fishing, boating, jet skiing, rivers for fishing, kayaking, old
town Idaho City and more. We offer shuttle service from any Boise area hotel,
airport, retirement communities and other large groups. Call 208-284-3905 for
info or log onto www.morescreekcabins.com or www.thespringsid.com for
reservations. We offer bike transport for up to 10 bikes on board the shuttle
for the riders and gear. We have a courtesy vehicle located near the Idaho City
airport and also at the camp for reservation holding guest.
The Springs - A Hot Springs Resort at Idaho
City
The Springs is a luxury hot springs resort at Idaho City. The
old historic public pool is now just 45 minutes from downtown Boise. Please see
website for a more detailed description of The Springs. http://www.thespringsid.com
REFERENCE SITES
I
love going to the movies, whitewater rafting in the summer when I am home in
Idaho, biking in the summer in Idaho, paddle boarding in the summer.
Hilary
Knight
Live
Life and Travel Often!
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