Idaho has ancient lava flows, sand dunes, free-flowing rivers, sparkling lakes and impressive mountains, making it a thrill-seekers paradise. Ski your heart out, soak in hot natural springs and eat al fresco in downtown Boise’s cute patio restaurants.
As it’s such a beautiful state, we wanted to nail down the 7 best places to get an Instagram shot for that perfect travel photo. Get the camera out for these photogenic places…
Idaho Instagram Spots
1. Table Rock – Boise
Table Rock area offers stunning views of Boise and the Treasure Valley, and is a superb spot for sunset hikes and Instagrammable snaps.
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2. Pine Flat Hot Springs
This scenic natural geothermal waterfall cascades into a rock walled pool and is a favourite destination for locals and tourists alike.
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3. Bruneau Dunes (Mountain Home)
The tallest single-structured sand dune in North America rises to 470 feet high above small lakes in the high desert, south of Mountain Home. An ideal camping spot.
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4. Freak Alley – Boise
Freak Alley is a slick space for murals, graffiti and public art, located in an alley in downtown Boise. It’s also the largest outdoor mural gallery in the northwest.
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5. Stanley Lake’s Lupine Blossoms
Wildflower season in Idaho is at its peak from May through July, so if you’re in the area at this time head to Stanley Lake for the beautiful purple Lupines.
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6. Shoshone Falls State Park
At 212 feet, the falls here are even higher than Niagara Falls. There’s lots to do in the park: hiking trails, picnic areas, a boat ramp, swimming area, and a scenic overlook.
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7. ‘Idaho’ sign in downtown Boise
This iconic Idaho neon sign makes for a great Instagram backdrop when in downtown Boise.
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Once you’ve finished your photographs you might want to try the best pizza in the state or even the best coffee shop.