Idaho is a terrific combination of traditional and non-traditional sights and attractions. The state capital, Boise is known as “The City of Trees” boasting museums and parks, a river flowing through the heart of the city and a 25-mile river front greenbelt. Southwest Idaho’s easily accessible outdoor activities beckon the Boise visitor to enjoy nearby mountains for a wonderful winter retreat.

Located just 16.5 miles from the city of Boise, Bogus Basin is considered the “local” mountain. However, you’ll also find several world-class ski resorts within a two hour drive: Sun Valley, the United State’s first ski resort, and Tamarack, the newest permitted resort to open in more than 20 years in the United States.

You can learn more about the activities and adventure that calls many to the state of Idaho by visiting www.visitidaho.org.

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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area - www.bogusbasin.com

Toll-Free: (800) 367-4397 - Local Phone: (208) 332-5100

E-mail: info@bogusbasin.com

Tamarack Resort - www.tamarackidaho.com

Toll-Free: (866) 649.6903 - Local Phone: (208) 325-1000

E-mail: info@tamarackidaho.com

Sun Valley - www.sunvalley.com

Toll-Free: (800) 786-8259 - Local Phone: (208) 622-2001

E-mail: ski@sunvalley.com

There are countless activities in addition to alpine skiing that will keep you active and warm in the Treasure Valley each winter.

Visit www.idahowinter.org to learn more about:

  • Dog Sledding
  • Hot Springs
  • Ice Skating
  • Nordic skiing
  • Sleigh Rides
  • Snowmobiling
  • Tubing

FUN FACTS ABOUT BOISE

Population: 190,122 (as of 2005)

Elevation: 2,842 ft.

Climate: Four Seasons in moderation—usually a "comfortable" climate for most of the year.

FUN FACTS ABOUT IDAHO

  • Bordered by Canada, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming and Montana
  • 13th largest state in the United States
  • 3,100 miles of rivers—more than any other state
  • Highest point is Mt. Borah at 12,622 ft., lowest point is Lewiston at only 738 ft.
  • The Statehouse building is geothermically heated from underground hot springs.
  • No. 1 producer of potatoes, trout, Austrian winter peas and lentils
  • Idaho covers 83,557 square miles
  • Home to the deepest gorge in North America, Hells Canyon, which drops 7,900 ft.—Deeper than the Grand Canyon!
  • Shoshone Falls "The Niagara of the West" falls further than Niagra Falls, over a 212 foot drop near Twin Falls, Idaho.