Most people who live in Idaho do so for the beautiful scenery and active lifestyle offered there. Most of Idaho has that small town feeling where people truly connect with each other. However, Boise is a major city with all the modern conveniences that make life easier, such as world class health care. Idaho is still truly about the western way of life where people know and care deeply about each other.
Boise is the capital of Idaho. When visiting the capital, make sure to see the marble statue of Nike of Samothrace. The statue was a gift from France to the United States after the end of World War II. Visitors should also look for the bronze and black stone statue of the head of Terry Shadduck. Visitors are also amazed at the detail in the Golden Statue of George Washington carved from white pine.
Visitors to Boise still really love their open green spaces. The city is filled with great parks, including Camel's Back Park. Visitors should be sure to visit the World Center for Birds of Prey, which features the California Condor and many different breeds of raptors.
Many who visit Idaho head straight for Redfish Lake, named for the now endangered Sockeye Salmon, which turned the lake red in previous spawning seasons. Trails from the lake are the easiest way to reach the highest peak in the Sawtooths. The lake is particularly loved by fishermen who often catch great fish.
Other visitors to Idaho head to Shoshone Falls, often known as the Niagara of the West. These falls serve as the boundary between the Upper Snake and the Columbia Unglaciated freshwater ecoregions, giving outdoorsman the best of both worlds. This falls is a beautiful area for hikers. Photographers also love the many great opportunities that the falls offer.
Still, others love to head to the Palouse region. The area is great for hiking and biking across the silt dunes. The area is known for its wheat and legumes production. Fascinating tours of these farms can be arranged. The Palouse grasslands have been largely destroyed, but what remains of them is fascinating.
Idaho is an outstanding location for mountain biking. The state has 12,000 miles of single track. One of the best is at Swan Lake where bikers can bike through the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area. The conservation area is home to over 400 nesting birds, more than any other area in North America. The area also has tremendous hiking opportunities.
Golfers will love Idaho. Some outstanding opportunities exist at the Headwaters Golf Club at Teton Springs, Pinecrest Golf Club at Idaho Falls, The Club at Black Rock near Coeur D Arlene, Crane Creek Golf Course at Crane Creek and Centennial Golf Course near Nampa.
People love traveling to Idaho, where the people are known for being very hospitable. The scenery is simply amazing, especially the Indian drawings on the bike paths and the extremely large birds of prey. The hotels are also very well equipped and the staff extremely friendly.
