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Hot Springs
Pine Flats is one of the best hot springs in the area. It’s a short 6.5 mile drive east of us on Highway 17.
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Pine Flat Hot Springs
Pine Flats is one of the best hot springs in the area. It’s a short 6.5 mile drive east of us on Highway 17.
Hot Springs campground, also known as Bath House Flats by the long time locals, is very easy to access and typically not too crowded. It’s known as Bath House Flats because in the Boise Basin gold rush days, there was a bath house located here where the miners could come for some R&R. The foundation can still be seen today. In addition to the bath house, there was also a bowling alley across the river as well as other establishments of “ill repute.” Bath House Flats is 5 miles west of us on Highway 17.
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Hot Springs Campground
Banks Lowman RoadHot Springs campground, also known as Bath House Flats by the long time locals, is very easy to access and typically not too crowded. It’s known as Bath House Flats because in the Boise Basin gold rush days, there was a bath house located here where the miners could come for some R&R. The foundation can still be seen today. In addition to the bath house, there was also a bowling alley across the river as well as other establishments of “ill repute.” Bath House Flats is 5 miles west of us on Highway 17.
Kirkham is a very popular hot springs in our area. It is very easy to access and has great views of the Southfork of the Payette River. Unfortunately due to the ease of access, it can be crowded.
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Kirkham Hot Springs
7658 ID-21Kirkham is a very popular hot springs in our area. It is very easy to access and has great views of the Southfork of the Payette River. Unfortunately due to the ease of access, it can be crowded.
One of our favorite places to snowmobile into with the kids in the winter! Take an easy snowmobile ride in, have a burger, and soak in the hot springs pool. Huge hit with the kids!
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Silver Creek Plunge Resort
2345 Silver Creek RoadOne of our favorite places to snowmobile into with the kids in the winter! Take an easy snowmobile ride in, have a burger, and soak in the hot springs pool. Huge hit with the kids!
Food scene
Best bar in Boise County!! This is the definition of a local small town bar. Don't let that fool you, Kevin and Darcey always have some great Idaho craft beers on tap and the pizza...is amazing! Come sit out on the covered patio in the summer and listen to live music a few nights a week, or warm yourself by the wood stove in the winter and tell lies with the locals.
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Lowman Inn
7600 ID-21Best bar in Boise County!! This is the definition of a local small town bar. Don't let that fool you, Kevin and Darcey always have some great Idaho craft beers on tap and the pizza...is amazing! Come sit out on the covered patio in the summer and listen to live music a few nights a week, or warm yourself by the wood stove in the winter and tell lies with the locals.
Stop in and have a great breakfast at Wild Bill's!
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Wild Bill's Coffee and Bistro
592 S Middlefork RdStop in and have a great breakfast at Wild Bill's!
Tucked away in the Boise National Forest, Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course is truly one of a kind. The 18-hole course is designed through the forest surroundings. Look around, wildlife sightings are a regular occurrence at Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course. Sore muscles after a full day of golf? Relax & rejuvenate in the geothermal pool, located right at Terrace Lake Resort! Grab a bite to eat in their restaurant and/or head upstairs in the lodge to enjoy a drink with friends in the Sports Bar.
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Terrace Lakes Resort
101 Holiday DrTucked away in the Boise National Forest, Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course is truly one of a kind. The 18-hole course is designed through the forest surroundings. Look around, wildlife sightings are a regular occurrence at Terrace Lakes Resort Golf Course. Sore muscles after a full day of golf? Relax & rejuvenate in the geothermal pool, located right at Terrace Lake Resort! Grab a bite to eat in their restaurant and/or head upstairs in the lodge to enjoy a drink with friends in the Sports Bar.
Sightseeing
With the wild turbulent force of the South Fork of the Payette River leading the way, visitors revel not only in the beauty of the canyon formed by the powerful river, but also in the roaming wildlife that call this area home. We also call this area home, our place is located squarely in the middle of the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway.
Herds of elk numbering near one hundred are not an unusual sight when traveling along the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. Their winter range is located near the middle of the route close to the Danskin river access, which is located 1 mile west of us. Along with elk are mule deer, whitetail deer, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles, ospreys, cougars, bears and wolves that frequent this area.
The Byway is especially crowded during the winter months, not with people, but instead with deer and elk. Either take a drive to see all the animals or literally sit on the Airbnb patio and watch them in our fields.
WildLife canyon Scenic Byway
Banks Lowman RoadWith the wild turbulent force of the South Fork of the Payette River leading the way, visitors revel not only in the beauty of the canyon formed by the powerful river, but also in the roaming wildlife that call this area home. We also call this area home, our place is located squarely in the middle of the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway.
Herds of elk numbering near one hundred are not an unusual sight when traveling along the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. Their winter range is located near the middle of the route close to the Danskin river access, which is located 1 mile west of us. Along with elk are mule deer, whitetail deer, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles, ospreys, cougars, bears and wolves that frequent this area.
The Byway is especially crowded during the winter months, not with people, but instead with deer and elk. Either take a drive to see all the animals or literally sit on the Airbnb patio and watch them in our fields.
Just over an hour drive from our front door is some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the country. We are truly blessed to live in the Sawtooth Mountains.
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Stanley
Just over an hour drive from our front door is some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the country. We are truly blessed to live in the Sawtooth Mountains.
Outdoor Activities
Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters specializes in Idaho family adventure vacations that will accommodate all types of outdoor enthusiasts. We offer a wide variety of trips including western horseback riding and pack trips, fishing, hiking supported by pack stock, and Idaho big game hunting. We are a full time family run business with over 40 years of experience in adventure travel. We take pride in customizing our trips to meet your specific needs. Come join us for an outdoor wilderness adventure!
Allreds Adventures LLC, Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters
640 Grandjean RdSawtooth Wilderness Outfitters specializes in Idaho family adventure vacations that will accommodate all types of outdoor enthusiasts. We offer a wide variety of trips including western horseback riding and pack trips, fishing, hiking supported by pack stock, and Idaho big game hunting. We are a full time family run business with over 40 years of experience in adventure travel. We take pride in customizing our trips to meet your specific needs. Come join us for an outdoor wilderness adventure!
WELCOME TO IDAHO SLEIGH RIDES
Glide peacefully through the winter wilderness of Garden Valley, Idaho in an old fashion sleigh pulled by gorgeous Spotted Draft Horses. Listen to the jingle bells and join in on the laughter and holiday fun! Feed and see the wild elk up close. Follow up the sleigh ride with a complimentary hot drink back at the lodge and cuddle up next to the warm fireplace. Add on a homemade lunch, or a delicious slow cooked Dutch Oven meal with live music during your dining experience.
Great for Family Gatherings, Company Parties, Holiday Activities, Date Nights, Birthday Parties, and more!
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Idaho Sleigh Rides
1099 Banks Lowman RdWELCOME TO IDAHO SLEIGH RIDES
Glide peacefully through the winter wilderness of Garden Valley, Idaho in an old fashion sleigh pulled by gorgeous Spotted Draft Horses. Listen to the jingle bells and join in on the laughter and holiday fun! Feed and see the wild elk up close. Follow up the sleigh ride with a complimentary hot drink back at the lodge and cuddle up next to the warm fireplace. Add on a homemade lunch, or a delicious slow cooked Dutch Oven meal with live music during your dining experience.
Great for Family Gatherings, Company Parties, Holiday Activities, Date Nights, Birthday Parties, and more!
This ungroomed out-and-back trail is designed especially for backcountry Nordic folks, whether on skis or snowshoes. You'll understand how it got its name after you make your way to the top of Stargaze Point (1.5 miles one way) where you'll find a 360 degree view of the Boise National Forest that includes Pilots Peak, Wilson Butte, Sunset Peak, Rock Creek and Scott Mountain. At over 6,500 feet, it's the perfect Telemark skiing on many north and west facing slopes where there is deep powder most winter seasons.
Mores Creek Summit
This ungroomed out-and-back trail is designed especially for backcountry Nordic folks, whether on skis or snowshoes. You'll understand how it got its name after you make your way to the top of Stargaze Point (1.5 miles one way) where you'll find a 360 degree view of the Boise National Forest that includes Pilots Peak, Wilson Butte, Sunset Peak, Rock Creek and Scott Mountain. At over 6,500 feet, it's the perfect Telemark skiing on many north and west facing slopes where there is deep powder most winter seasons.
Scott Mountain road is located 2 miles to the east of us on Highway 17. UTV/ATV’s are legal to ride on Highway 17, leave from our home and within 3 minutes and have access to 100’s of miles of dirt mountain roads.
Scott Mountain Lookout Station
Scott Mountain road is located 2 miles to the east of us on Highway 17. UTV/ATV’s are legal to ride on Highway 17, leave from our home and within 3 minutes and have access to 100’s of miles of dirt mountain roads.
Whitewater Rafting
Cascade Raft & Kayak
7050 ID-55Payette River Company
14 Memory LnIdaho Whitewater Unlimited
787 Banks Lowman Rd