The Ultimate Idaho Summer Road Trip
Pack up and hit the open road.
Summer is just around the corner which means it’s road trip season! Everyone deserves a good old fashioned road trip once in awhile and Idaho is the perfect destination for you and your crew this summer. We’ve got a week-long road trip itinerary that covers some of our favorite destinations across the state. Need to find some great camp spots? Be sure to check out KOA and make some plans today!
Day 1: Check out Blue Lake
Photo: Mike Sanders
This beautiful lakeside near Cascade, Idaho is just a mile hike from your car, but you’ll feel worlds away. Spend the day by the lake or hike above for amazing views of the valley below. Then pack up the car and hit the road.
Day 2: Explore Boise, Idaho
Photo: Dusty Klein
Leaving Blue Lake will be tough, but don’t worry, Boise’s got your back. There is so much to do here - adventure all day long, and sip on craft beer in the evening.
Day 3: Explore Shoshone Falls
Photo: Sarah Sheehy
You’ve probably heard of Niagara Falls. You may not have heard of Shoshone Falls, but guess what? It’s even taller than America’s most famous waterfall! Bring your camera, you’ll want to get a good shot of the fam with the falls as the backdrop.
Day 4: Explore Sun Valley, Idaho
Photo: Sarah Sheehy
This world famous ski destination is just as much fun in the summer. Enjoy hiking (bring your pup!), mountain biking, and another opportunity from some delicious Idaho beer.
Day 5: Explore Stanley, Idaho
Photo: George Manlove
Drive north just about an hour and you’ll reach the gateway to the epic Sawtooth Mountains - Stanley, Idaho. This is for sure one of America’s most underrated adventure destinations.
Day 6: Drive to Fall Creek Falls
Photo: Eric Bennett
The 4 hour drive from Stanley will be well worth it when you lay your eyes on Fall Creek Falls. A night spent here is worth it just for the sunrise light reaching over the mountains and pouring onto the falls.
Find awesome lodgings across America with KOA!
Cover photo: Fudo Jahic
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
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