One of the best reasons to have a set of beautiful window coverings for your home is to help them accentuate the breathtaking views of the great Idaho outdoors. Well, for today's blog, we're going to help you make the most of the last days and weeks of summer with a handy guide to the best day trips to embark on with friends or family (or solo!) before another great Idaho summer comes to a close.
Idaho City. Historic Charm & Hot Springs
A city so great they named the whole state after it! Or is it the other way around? Either way, many Idahoans know that making the trek from Boise to Idaho City is well worth the drive. Less than an hour’s drive from Boise, Idaho City puts you in the middle of a gorgeous old growth forest with a cozy and authentic mountain town at the center. There is great shopping, restaurants, and trails that you can explore for hours on end. Don’t forget to stop by Trudy’s Kitchen for dinner!
Banks & the Payette River. Whitewater & Rugged Wilderness
If you’re feeling more adventurous and seeking the excitement that strolling down the mainstreet of a cozy mountain town brings, then Banks is the perfect place for you. It’s where adrenaline junkies go to score their latest fix! Banks is home to some of the best whitewater rafting launch points in the country. Just don’t forget your life jacket or your GoPro!
Bogus Basin. Summer Mountain Fun
Many people live and work in Boise and never end up making it up the mountain via the infamous Bogus Basin road to explore all of the great things that the Bogus Basin resort has to offer. The great news is that during the summer, the road is much easier to navigate and the amenities that the Bogus resort has to offer are second to none. Take a whole day and explore the mountain on your mountain bike, or take to the hiking trails via the ski lift which will take you to new heights and some of the best views in all of the state. They even have a disc golf course and a mountain roller coaster.
Emmett. Fruit Picking & Small-Town Charm
If you haven’t been to Emmett for a while, you are in for a real treat! Emmett has become one of the most beautiful storybook small farm towns that you could find in the entire United States. They have several amazing U-Pick fresh fruit orchards where you can gather peaches, plums, and apples right off the tree. Cool off with a refreshing orchard-made cider and enjoy the sights of this hidden gem.
Conclusion
We hope that this article about great near to Boise day trips was useful to you. If you want to make a purchase, schedule one of our window covering experts for a FREE estimate and more information by calling the office at 208-888-1056. If you have any questions about purchasing some awesome commercial blind or window covering work, or any other window covering related issue, we would love to hear from you. Contact us today to get started.