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Explore Idaho Outdoors

Idaho offers 2442 trails, 258 parks, and 2532 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 945 easy, 473 moderate, 286 difficult, and 216 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 157 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 46552 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, and Boise National Forest. Among the trails hikers return to: Craigmont to Elk River Ride, Magruder Corridor (Montana OHV Road), and Sawtooth Scenic Byway.

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Campgrounds in Idaho

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Start Planning Idaho in 10 Minutes

Use this page as your launch point, then dive deeper with focused lists and details. We index 4,109 verified outdoor options across the state.

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