12 Stunning Lakes in Idaho
Get into the mountains and relax lakeside.
We hate to bring it up, but the beginning of the end of summer adventures in Idaho is here. With just a few weeks left, it's time to take a close look at your summer bucket list and make sure you roll into fall feeling content with your summer of exploring. Don’t worry, we’ve taken care of the first step for you with these 12 lakes across Idaho. While these lakes are beautiful all year long, now is the time to get up into the mountains and take a dip. Whether you’re craving a lakeside camping trip or a day trip sailing with the family, we’ve got something for everyone.
1. Backpack to Cramer Lakes
Photo: Amanda Solomon
2. Hike to Redfish Lake and Alpine Lake
Photo: Dusty Klein
3. Hike to Upper Hazard Lake via Hard Creek
Photo: Garren Moore
4. Backpack to Alice Lake
Photo: Dusty Klein
5. Camp at Blue Lake
Photo: Mike Sanders
6. Backpack to Imogene Lake
Photo: Mike Sanders
7. Hike to Jennie Lake
Photo: Garren Moore
8. Backpack to Saddleback Lakes
Photo: Fudo Jahic
9. Backpack to Born Lakes
Photo: Garren Moore
10. Paddle on Stanley Lake
Photo: George Manlove
11. Explore Bear Lake
Photo: Visit Idaho
12. Backpack to Trail Creek Lakes
Photo: Garren Moore
For more information on adventures in the Gem State head to Visit Idaho.
Cover photo: Amanda Solomon
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