Multi-Sport Adventure Weekend: Stanley Lake, Idaho
Just a few hours from Boise, Stanley Lake is the perfect family or group camping spot. Fishing, boating, hiking, and mountain biking. All in one beautiful setting with several boondocking as well as reservable campsites. Plus the convenience of being only a 15 minute drive to the charming mountain town of Stanley, Idaho, for supplies and ice cream.
Idaho Hot Springs Hopping
From hike-in hot springs to luxurious spa-like settings, Idaho has countless hot springs to explore. Before picking your perfect hot springs, here are a few things to consider. Do you enjoy hiking and exploring remote areas with fewer crowds? Or do you prefer the amenities and luxury of an established location? Maybe something in between?
Adventures in Idaho City
Less than an hour from downtown Boise, Idaho City offers visitors endless outdoor adventures, hot springs and a charming old Western vibe. Founded in 1862 during a gold rush, Idaho City was once the biggest city in Idaho. You might find that hard to believe today! This once bustling town is now home to around 500 residents.
Romantic Getaway in La Grande, Oregon
One of our favorite quick weekend getaways is a trip to northeastern Oregon. Less than a three-hour drive from Boise, the towns of La Grande and Baker City offer a unique and convenient location for a romantic couples get-away. Without the hype, crowds and price tag of a big city.
Adventures in McCall, Idaho
Year-round, McCall, Idaho is a quick and easy day-trip or weekend getaway from Boise. At a higher elevation than Boise (just over 5,000 ft), McCall provides excellent snow in the winter and slightly cooler temps for being outdoors in the summer.
Crowd-Pleasing Camping Meals
Looking for convenient and crowd-pleasing camping meals?
Cooking in a van, an RV or over a campfire requires some creativity in terms of space and ingredients. We like to pick items we can easily make ahead and reheat or that don’t require dirtying a lot of dishes. Because, who wants to spend their weekend away doing housework?