By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.
Updated: 2026-08-06
Idaho is a diverse and beautiful state in the northwestern United States, famous for its dramatic mountainous landscapes, clear rivers, and serene lakes. Come experience outdoor adventures, from hiking and fishing to skiing and rafting, and discover its authentic Western culture.
Plan a trip to IdahoThe must-see places in Idaho include Sun Valley Resort, Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve, Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Lake Coeur d'Alene, Silverwood Theme Park and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:
A premier ski and resort destination offering winter and summer activities, stunning views, and world-class amenities.
Explore a unique moon-like volcanic landscape with lava caves, cinder cones, and black rock fields.
North America's deepest canyon, offering dramatic views, rafting, and hiking.
Enjoy water activities, boating, fishing, and stunning views on one of America's most beautiful lakes.
A large theme park and water park offering a variety of rides and attractions for the whole family.
Witness the breathtaking beauty of the 'Niagara of the West,' impressive falls on the Snake River.
Learn about raptor conservation from around the world and watch captivating flight demonstrations.
Explore the fascinating and dark history of a former operational prison that ran for over 100 years.
Hells Canyon is a ten-mile-wide (16 km) canyon in the Western United States, along the border of eastern Oregon, western Idaho, and a small section of eastern Washington. It is part of the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area which is also located in part of the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. It is North America's deepest river gorge at 7,993 feet (2,436 m), running deeper than the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
Bruneau Dunes State Park is a public recreation and geologic preservation area in the western United States, located in Owyhee County in southwestern Idaho. It is northeast of Bruneau and fifteen miles (25 km) south of Mountain Home.
The City of Rocks National Reserve, also known as the Silent City of Rocks, is a United States National Reserve and state park in south-central Idaho, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) north of the border with Utah. It is widely known for its granite rock formations and rock climbing.
An impressive neoclassical building showcasing Idaho's history and government.
Sun Valley Resort, Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve, Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Lake Coeur d'Alene, Silverwood Theme Park, Shoshone Falls
Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.
Most travellers spend between two and five days in Idaho. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.
Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.
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