Central / East Idaho

Aldous and Hancock Lakes

The hike to Aldous and Hancock lakes is a kid-friendly adventure along the Continental Divide with options to extend your hike into more rugged territory.

Amber Gulch

In the Boulder Mountains, Amber Gulch is an adventurous hike to alpine lakes.

Central / East Idaho

Betty, Goat & Baptie Lakes

These lakes are at higher elevations than just about any other lakes in Idaho, but they're well worth the views of the Pioneer Mountains.

Central / East Idaho

Blue Heart Springs

To get to Blue Heart Springs, put in at the boat launch at Banbury Hot Springs and paddle downstream along the Snake River for about a mile. On the north …

Central / East Idaho

Boulder Basin

This hike offers views of alpine lakes and even a historic mining town.

Central / East Idaho

Boulder Lake

A beautiful hike through the Pioneers Mountains with views of alpine meadows, ending at Boulder Lake.

Central / East Idaho

Castle Peak

Castle Peak, now part of Idaho's newest wilderness area, was once the site for a proposed open-pit mine.

Central / East Idaho

Centennial Mountains: Kilgore Project Area Tour

Tony H., an ICL member and volunteer from Idaho Falls, shared with us his favorite motor vehicle loop that explores the Kilgore project area.

Central / East Idaho

Chamberlain Basin

Explore the Boulder-White Clouds and hike the Chamberlain Basin.

Central / East Idaho

East Fork North Fork of the Big Wood River

Take the road less traveled and see Idaho's wildlife on this difficult hike.

Central / East Idaho

Fourth of July Lake & Washington Lake

Fourth of July and Washington Lakes are the gold standard for easy day hikes in the Boulder-White Clouds.

Central / East Idaho

Galena Gulch

This trail leads you to a saddle that is prime habitat for mountain goats and other wild game.

Central / East Idaho

Gladiator Creek

Explore old pioneer cabins and prepare yourself for a steep climb on this mountain trail.

Central / East Idaho

Grand Prize Gulch

Surround yourself with incredible views of several mountain ranges while exploring the Boulder Mountains.

Central / East Idaho

Heart Lake and Six Lakes

Enjoy colorful surroundings on this cross-country trek in the Boulder-White Clouds.

Central / East Idaho

High Ridge Trail

See great views of the Pioneer Mountains and Mt. Borah, Idaho's highest mountain peak.

Central / East Idaho

Horton Peak

Bring your camera and capture the beauty of snow-capped peaks surrounding Horton Peak.

Central / East Idaho

Hunter Creek Summit

Walk along a small creek and view the beautiful Boulder Mountains on this easy day hike.

Central / East Idaho

Lightning Lake

View wildflower meadows and turquoise lakes on this day hike.

Central / East Idaho

Murdock Creek

Hike along a canyon and see some miniature waterfalls.

Central / East Idaho

North Fork of the Big Wood River

Enjoy rugged scenery and quiet solitude in the Boulder Mountains near Sun Valley.

Central / East Idaho

Toolbox-Herd Peak Trail

Explore the eastern side of the Boulder Mountains.

Central / East Idaho

Washington Lake

Starting from the same trailhead as Boulder Lake, this hike through the Pioneer Mountains takes you to even higher alpine lakes.

Central / East Idaho

West Fork of the North Fork

Hike along a stream in the Boulder Mountains to see some spectacular wildflowers.

Central / East Idaho

West Pass of the Big Wood River

This hike is strenuous but offers great views of the White Cloud Peaks.