Salmon-Challis National Forest Travel Guide

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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
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.
Miles from nowhere on one of the most beautiful roads in Idaho - somewhere halfway between Ketchum and McKay, ID on the beautiful Big Lost River. Borah Peak in the Lost Mountain Range looms big! #roadtrip
Mountain Valley Lodge

Mountain Valley Lodge

3 out of 5
51 Cobblestone Ln Hailey ID
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hailey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
Overall, the place is great! The room was clean and comfortable, the pool and hot tub was fun and clean. The gal that checked us in was awesome. We however did not like the breakfast. The presentation and options were low. But we did like mountain valley and we will stay there again.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

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Hotel Ketchum

Hotel Ketchum

3 out of 5
600 N Main St Ketchum ID
The price is ₹20,237 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹20,237
₹23,811 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
The lock ( of the door) was broken; breakfast items were out on the second day. The room was clean and suitable for leisure, but I would like a desk with power outlets to work on my computer.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hotel Ketchum
Sun Valley Resort

Sun Valley Resort

4 out of 5
1 Sun Valley Rd Sun Valley ID
The price is ₹35,499 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹35,499
₹39,759 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (679 reviews)
Excellent as always!

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Sun Valley Resort
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Moose Creek Ranch

Moose Creek Ranch

3.5 out of 5
2733 East 10800 South Victor ID
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Victor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
We stayed here while we adventured at Jackson Hole Resort and Hwy 22 pass and it was outstanding. Driving over the pass was easy and honestly felt so quiet on the Victor side. MCR had clean rooms, great lodge with breakfast in the morning and pool table / games / tv / sauna. The feeling was modern ...

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Moose Creek Ranch
Blue Buffalo Resort

Blue Buffalo Resort

2 out of 5
3402 N Highway 20 Island Park ID
Stay at this campsite in Island Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Island Park Dam and Harriman State Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
All the above. We had a cute little cabin but the microwave kept tripping the breaker. The staff apologized and moved us to another and it was an upgrade. We were happy with the original but this was a great surprise.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Blue Buffalo Resort
Lava Hot Springs East KOA Holiday

Lava Hot Springs East KOA Holiday

2 out of 5
100 Bristol Park Lane Lava Hot Springs ID
Stay at this cabin in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Amazing! Bbq grill on the river? Bring steaks!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Lava Hot Springs East KOA Holiday
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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

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

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

Stoddard Trailhead

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

Stoddard Trailhead

Cities near Salmon-Challis National Forest

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Ketchum

The rushing Salmon River in Challis Idaho. Very loud and fast. #Idaho #springfreshet (May 2017)

Challis

This is my most favorite place in Idaho (I almost don't want to share it, but please leave no trace and take care of our forest.) A 2 mile mostly flat trail takes you to the edge of the Sawtooth Wilderness area. You can hike or bike in (no bikes into the wilderness area.) A few downed trees may be on trail so beaware when riding bike. Directions- just before Redfish lake lodge, parking on left, trail on right.

Lowman

Endless Lava Fields

Arco

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