If you are planning a vacation to Idaho, the first thing that you should know is that there is a lot more to the state than just potatoes. Although there are a number of things to enjoy in Idaho year-round, it is best to vacation in the state during the winter. Winter sports are very popular in Idaho. The snowy slopes attract skiers and snow boarders from all over the world.

In fact, Idaho is home to one of the tallest chairlifts in the world. One your winter trip to Idaho, you can enjoy a gorgeous ride on the Great Escape Chairlift. This lift takes riders to the top of Schweitzer’s summer, which is almost 6,500 feet (1,981.2 meters) in elevation. Not only is this a wonderful ride, but the view from the Schweitzer’s summit is absolutely incredible. Visitors can see all the way to British Columbia on a clear day. Of course, the ride up the mountain is only half the fun. After enjoying the lift and the view, you get to ski or snow board down!

Idaho is a wonderful vacation spot for people who love to snowmobile. If, however, you are not an expert on the back woods in the winter, it is best to enlist a guide to guide your backwoods snowmobile rides. The intensely cold temperatures in the Idaho woods can create serious problems for anyone who loses the trail. If you are interested in snowmobiling in Idaho, you may want to consider contacting Selkirk Powder Co. which offers guided tours.

You will surely need to balance your outdoor activities with some relaxing time indoors. You can warm up at the Chimney Rock Grill, which is known for great culinary dinners. Dinner for two people at the restaurant costs about $60 US Dollars (USD). The restaurant is famous for its Christmas Dinner. For the shopper, there are a number of lovely boutiques in Idaho. The town of Sandpoint is generally regarded as having the best shopping in the state. In fact, the famous Coldwater Creek catalogue is based in Sandpoint.

Depending on your budget, there are numerous lodging options in the state of Idaho. You can spend as little as $20 USD per night at a simple motel. If you are interested in staying in luxurious quarters, however, you can spend thousands of dollars a night on top-notch facilities. No matter what your budget is, however, you are sure to fall in love with the crisp air and stunning vistas of Idaho.