Family Things To Do in Idaho
It is time to pack up the whole clan and embark on a memorable family vacation. This is a great opportunity to create new memories and enjoy each other, away from the strict routine of daily life. Too much down time can make the kids restless, so make sure you have plenty of family activities planned. At UpTake, we can help you find the most appealing family friendly things to do. From theme parks to playgrounds, and children’s museums, we’ve got you covered.
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ASawtooth National Recreation Area
- 2647 Kimberly Road East
Twin Falls, ID 83301, U.S.A. - +1 208 737 3200
- Highlights: visitor center more
- Overview The Sawtooth National Recreation Area contains four mountain ranges, 1,000 lakes and headwaters that feed four of the region's major rivers. In this 756,000-acre recreation area within the Sawtooth National Forest, visitors can choose from a wealth of outdoor activities on water or on land. The S... more on LLBean.com
- Overview The Sawtooth National Forest is named for the jagged peaks of the Sawtooth mountain range. The Sawtooth National Recreation Area, which the forest encircles, is Idaho's premier alpine recreation region. Trout-filled lakes, renowned whitewater rivers including the Salmon, ski areas and 1,600 miles... more on LLBean.com
Sawtooth National Recreation Area
2647 Kimberly Road EastTwin Falls, ID 83301, U.S.A.
BNez Perce National Forest
- 1005 Hwy. 13
Grangeville, ID 83530, U.S.A. - +1 208 983 1950
- Overview Some of the first Americans, known as the Nee-Me-Poo (Nez Perce), danced here, pounding out ancient rhythms in what is today a 2.2 million-acre forest and wilderness. The forest's wild rivers and wilderness areas attract hikers, backpackers and horsepacking trekkers. There are wheelchair-accessib... more on LLBean.com
Nez Perce National Forest
1005 Hwy. 13Grangeville, ID 83530, U.S.A.
CTautphaus Park Zoo
- 2725 Carnival Way
Idaho Falls,ID,83405-0220 - 2085285552
- Highlights: gift shop, guided tours, restrooms, w… more
- Sadly the answer to this question at the Tautphaus Park Zoo is NO! Imagine trying to explain to a two year old who has just moved to a small town in Idaho, why "our zoo has ... more on Epinions.com
- I think it's neat that we can go and watch our children enjoy all these creatures that aren't native to here. It also gives them a chance for first hand education (not to mention the child section ... more on Epinions.com
Tautphaus Park Zoo
2725 Carnival WayIdaho Falls,ID,83405-0220
DZoo Boise
- 355 Julia Davis Drive
Boise, ID, 83702 - +1 208 384 4260
- Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
- Overview Established in 1916, this open-air zoo hosts about 235 animals from around the world. Located in the Julia Davis Park, the zoo is ... more on Cityofboise.org
- Overview In 1916, the Sportsman's club of Boise made a gift to the city of rare birds, and the zoo began. Its next addition was a chimpanzee that escaped from a circus and arrived in Boise in 1920. After WWII the zoo struggled until a non-profit organization was founded to take responsibility. The zoo flo... more on Weather.com
Zoo Boise
355 Julia Davis DriveBoise, ID, 83702
EHells Gate State Park
- 5100 Hells Gate Road
Lewiston, ID 83501, U.S.A. - +1 208 799 5015
- Highlights: visitor center more
- Overview The Snake River winds through Hells Canyon, one of the deepest gorges in North America, providing outstanding recreational activities and spectacular scenery. This is Nez Perce country with petroglyphs (rock carvings) and pictographs (rock painting). Hells Gate State Park includes 200 developed a... more on LLBean.com
Hells Gate State Park
5100 Hells Gate RoadLewiston, ID 83501, U.S.A.
FPonderosa State Park
- P.O. Box 89
Miles Standish Road, McCall, ID 83638, U.S.A. - +1 208 634 2164
- Highlights: visitor center more
- Overview Ponderosa State Park covers a 1,000-acre peninsula that juts into Payette Lake, just outside the town of McCall. The park's landscape changes dramatically from arid sagebrush flats to lakefront, and from flat terrain to steep cliffs. Visitors can hike or bike along trails and dirt roads. The park... more on LLBean.com
Ponderosa State Park
P.O. Box 89Miles Standish Road, McCall, ID 83638, U.S.A.
GCraters of the Moon National Monument
- 18 miles west of Arco on Highway 20
Arco, ID 83213 - +1 208 527 3257
- Highlights: visitor center, restrooms, wheelchair… more
- Overview The landscape is so surreal here that an Oregon-bound pioneer in the early 1800's described this area as the 'the Devil's Vomit'. Roughly the size of Rhode Island, these young lava flows are visible from space, and the Visitor's Center is replete with information and exhibits. The park offers int... more on DogFriendly.com
- Overview The landscape is so surreal here that an Oregon-bound pioneer in the early 1800's described this area as the 'the Devil's Vomit'. Roughly the size of Rhode Island, these young lava flows are visible from space, and the Visitor's Center is replete with information and exhibits. The park offers int... more on DogFriendly.com
Craters of the Moon National Monument
18 miles west of Arco on Highway 20Arco, ID 83213
HAmeriSuites Boise Town Square Mall
- 925 N Milwaukee St
Boise, ID 83704 - +1 208 375 1200
- I highly recommend this hotel for families and business travelers more on TripAdvisor
- I loved the suite with kitchenette, perfect for a family with young kids. more on MyTravelGuide
AmeriSuites Boise Town Square Mall
925 N Milwaukee StBoise, ID 83704
ISilverwood Theme Park
- 26225 North Highway 95
Athol, ID 83801 - +1 208 683 3400
- I'm from Texas where there are several big theme parks around the state. When I moved up here three months ago, looking at Silverwood for the first time was kind of a disappointment. It didn't look very big and it didn't look to have many rides. That all changed, however, when I purchased two day... more on TripAdvisor
- My family and I just visited Silverwood and Boulder Beach Water Park, which is all one and the same property. Here are my observations: Silverwood - it's a pretty nice park with lots of fun rides for all tastes. It has two BIG wooden coasters, a corkscrew coaster, and a drop tower for those who l... more on TripAdvisor
Silverwood Theme Park
26225 North Highway 95Athol, ID 83801
JWinchester Lake State Park
- P.O. Box 186
Winchester, ID 83555, U.S.A. - +1 208 924 7563
- Overview Winchester Lake State Park surrounds a 103-acre lake nestled in a forested area at the foot of the Craig Mountains, just off U.S. Hwy. 95 near Winchester. The park offers year-round recreation activities and has a modern campground and four yurts for rent. Picnicking, hiking and fishing are popul... more on LLBean.com
Winchester Lake State Park
P.O. Box 186Winchester, ID 83555, U.S.A.
