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  • Embrace the Local Culture

    Experience the Basque Block’s authentic cuisine and cultural events in Boise’s historic district.

  • Respect Nature

    Explore the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway for prime elk and raptor sightings along the South Fork of the Payette River

  • Be Flexible

    Boise’s foothills offer immediate hiking and biking; McCall’s Payette Lake is a 2-hour drive for boating and fishing.

  • Support Local Businesses

    Experience gourmet dining at Finklebinders At The Lake in Hauser, offering lakeside views and exquisite cuisine. For outdoor adventures, visit Squirrel Outdoors in Cascade, providing top-notch camping gear and expert advice. Rent a boat from Mile High Marina in McCall, your gateway to exploring Payette Lake’s pristine waters.

Crystalline Gems Scattered Through Wilderness

Idaho’s 2,000 mountain lakes glitter like sapphires across untamed landscapes, where Payette Lake’s 5,330 acres cradle McCall beneath towering ponderosa pines that whisper secrets to morning paddlers. The McCall Winter Carnival transforms February’s frozen shores into an ice sculpture wonderland, as lakefront chalets with stone fireplaces warm families returning from snowshoe expeditions through 300 inches of annual powder. Redfish Lake mirrors the jagged Sawtooth Range in waters so clear that sockeye salmon appear suspended in liquid glass, while waterfront lodges equipped with telescope-lined decks reveal mountain goats traversing 10,000-foot granite spires during golden hour’s alpenglow performance.

Alpine Sanctuaries Where Eagles Fish

Coeur d’Alene Lake stretches 25 miles through North Idaho’s emerald forests, its 135 miles of shoreline harboring floating estates where June’s Ironman competitors launch 2.4-mile swims from private docks beneath circling ospreys. The Trailing of the Sheep Festival brings October’s woolen parade through Sun Valley, as couples retreat to Alturas Lake’s intimate cabins where morning mists part to reveal bull moose wading through marshy inlets. Priest Lake’s thoroughfare connects upper and lower basins across 19 miles of pristine waters, where pet-friendly compounds feature fenced beaches perfect for retrievers chasing tennis balls while their humans cast for Mackinaw trout lurking 300 feet below.

Curated Escapes for Mountain Lake Wanderers

Lake Cascade’s 30,000 acres accommodate wakeboarding armadas launching from group properties with multiple boat slips and outdoor amphitheaters screening movies beneath the Milky Way. Henry’s Lake challenges fly fishermen from restored homestead cabins where sunrise reveals thousands of trumpeter swans gathering during migration, while Island Park Reservoir’s glassy waters reflect luxury yurts positioned for immediate access to Yellowstone’s western gateway, just 20 miles from Old Faithful’s clockwork eruptions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to see what Idaho has to offer? Let’s tackle some of the burning questions you might have as you plan your visit!

  • Coeur d’Alene offers sandy beaches and calm waters with family condos from $200 nightly including boat launches. Payette Lake near McCall provides warmer swimming with vacation homes featuring private docks from $250. Priest Lake’s shallow bays perfect for kids include rentals with kayaks and paddleboards. Cascade Lake combines excellent fishing with protected swimming areas and lakefront cabins starting at $175 nightly.

  • McCall showcases romantic lakefront cabins with hot tubs and fireplaces overlooking Payette Lake from $150 nightly. Stanley offers secluded mountain retreats near Redfish Lake with stunning Sawtooth views under $200. Coeur d’Alene provides luxury couples’ suites with spa services and sunset cruises. Priest Lake’s remote cabins deliver ultimate privacy with private beaches and mountain backdrops starting at $125 per night.

  • McCall balances affordability with year-round activities including skiing at Brundage Mountain and summer lake sports, with rentals from $100 nightly. Stanley serves as basecamp for Sawtooth adventures with basic cabins under $75. Cascade offers budget-friendly homes near hiking, fishing, and mountain biking from $80. Donnelly provides the cheapest options near Tamarack Resort and Lake Cascade starting at $60 nightly.

  • Coeur d’Alene features waterfront estates sleeping 15-20 with game rooms and multiple kitchens from $600 nightly. McCall offers multi-cabin properties perfect for family reunions with shared beaches and fire pits. Bear Lake’s Idaho side provides group lodges near water sports and ATV trails. Sun Valley area includes luxury homes accommodating 12+ with mountain views and hot tubs starting at $800 per night.

  • Idaho extensively welcomes pets with McCall area cabins featuring fenced yards near endless Forest Service trails from $125 nightly. Cascade and Donnelly rentals include dog-friendly beaches at Lake Cascade. Stanley provides pet-friendly options near Sawtooth Wilderness trails. Most charge $50-75 pet fees with some including dog beds and bowls. Priest Lake’s east shore offers the most pet-friendly waterfront rentals with direct trail access.

  • Lake Cascade delivers stunning mountain views with affordable rentals from $75 nightly, especially beautiful during fall colors. Redfish Lake near Stanley offers pristine alpine scenery with basic cabins under $100. Lake Pend Oreille’s southern shores provide budget options with spectacular sunsets from $85. Anderson Ranch Reservoir features hidden gem status with waterfront camping cabins from $50 and gorgeous high-desert scenery.