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Located in the Pacific Northwest and straddling the Rocky Mountains, Idaho - also known as the Gem State - is a big state. It covers two time zones, extends from Canada to Nevada and encompasses the western side of the Continental Divide.

River canyons, mountains, lakes and farmland dominate the state’s landscape. Idaho’s panhandle is made up of green hillsides, timbered mountains and glacial lakes of all sizes. Central Idaho is covered with the jagged peaks of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. The Snake River Plain, with wide open vistas, irrigated farmlands and vibrant cities, forms the character of southern Idaho until the river turns north along the western border and carves the deepest Canyon in North America, Hell’s Canyon. World-class resorts such as Sun Valley, Coeur d’Alene and Tamarack coexist with nature and offer an abundance of outdoor adventures.... More




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