Salmon-Challis National Forest Travel Guide

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USA, Idaho. Shooting star wildflowers blooming in Elk Meadows, Salmon-Challis National Forest.
USA, Idaho. Shooting star wildflowers blooming in Elk Meadows, Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Heading back down Borah Peak, The Top of Idaho! Fighting depression after my marriage ended, I took the day that would have been my 12th wedding anniversary and I made that day about doing something challenging and amazing! #adventure
Looking down at the Salmon River.
We got up early before the sun to be able to relax in these warm springs. The pools are deep enough to where you can lay down and submerge most of your body. And you can't beat the view! Hike was short but a steep and rocky one.

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Hotel Ketchum

Hotel Ketchum

3 out of 5
600 N Main St Ketchum ID
The price is NZ$333 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$333
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ketchum. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Nice.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hotel Ketchum
Best Western Tyrolean Lodge

Best Western Tyrolean Lodge

2.5 out of 5
260 Cottonwood Street Ketchum ID
The price is NZ$264 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$264
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ketchum. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Quick check in, friendly staff, rooms were spacious and clean. Although there was no elevator, staff offered to help with our luggage.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Best Western Tyrolean Lodge
Sun Valley Resort

Sun Valley Resort

4 out of 5
1 Sun Valley Rd Sun Valley ID
The price is NZ$496 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$496
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sun Valley. Enjoy free valet parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sun Valley Ski Resort and Sun Valley ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (684 reviews)
Such a beautiful property in a beautiful setting. It's fun to stay in the village

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Sun Valley Resort
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Downtown Hailey - Cozy, Quiet, Close to everything!

Downtown Hailey - Cozy, Quiet, Close to everything!

Hailey ID
Stay at this apartment in Hailey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Wood River Farmers Market and Liberty Theater are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (170 reviews)
great location, everything was great, very clean. very nice and responsive hosts, had real TV channels and many other services

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Downtown Hailey - Cozy, Quiet, Close to everything!
Cabin on Salmon River/Sleeps 6/2 Bed/2Bath

Cabin on Salmon River/Sleeps 6/2 Bed/2Bath

Salmon ID
Stay at this cabin in Salmon. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Salmon River and Salmon Public Library are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Great cozy cabin. Very clean and enjoyable

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Cabin on Salmon River/Sleeps 6/2 Bed/2Bath
Stanley Stays - The Valley Creek Cabin

Stanley Stays - The Valley Creek Cabin

Stanley ID
Stay at this cabin in Stanley. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Stanley Lake and Pulpit Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Great place! The hosts are great to work with and highly recommend eating papa Brunees while you’re there.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Stanley Stays - The Valley Creek Cabin
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Popular places to visit

Scenic view of Goldbug Hot Springs and mountains

Goldbug Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Goldbug Hot Springs during your travels to Salmon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.

Goldbug Hot Springs
Custer Ghost Minin Town Idaho Yankee Fork Gold Dredge Site

Yankee Fork Gold Dredge

You can find out about the history of Stanley with a trip to Yankee Fork Gold Dredge. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

Yankee Fork Gold Dredge
Multicolored mountain range on the morning sun

Borah Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Borah Peak during your travels in Mackay. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Borah Peak

Bald Mountain Trail

You can take time to visit Bald Mountain Trail during your travels to Challis. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Bald Mountain Trail

Corn Creek Trailhead

You can take time to visit Corn Creek Trailhead during your travels to Shoup. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Corn Creek Trailhead

Custer Ghost Town

Find out about the history of Stanley with a stop at Custer Ghost Town. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

Custer Ghost Town

Cities near Salmon-Challis National Forest

Big Cinder Butte Craters of the Moon Panorama

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