Boise Basin Interpretive Association
Mailing Address
Box 350
Idaho City, ID 83631
Street Address
100 Main St., Suite A
Idaho City, ID 83631
Phone: (208) 392-6040
Fax: (208) 392-9432
Hours: 9am to 5pm Summer Winter varies
Thirty-eight miles northeast of Boise, historic Idaho City, once the largest city in the Northwest,
remains a living representation of the Boise Basin Gold Rush. The town, which survived disastrous
fires in the 1860s, has outlived the gold. A large collection of historic red brick buildings still
survives. In addition to the downtown buildings, Idaho City has a Pioneer Cemetery, some of the oldest
churches in the territory and the states first newspaper, Idaho world. Today Idaho City is one of
the state's best examples of historic preservation with the Boise Basin Museum, ongoing
restorations, and many of the classic buildings still in use. Hiking, camping, snowshoeing and
Nordic skiing are all nearby, and yurt camping in the winter months is very popular. Cougar,
bear, coyotes and wildlife abound in the forests that punctuate the community. Set alongside the
Ponderosa Pine Scenic Highway, Idaho City bridges the past and present.
Season(s): All Year
Activities:
ATV Riding,
Camping,
Family Activities,
Hiking
Facilities: Gift Shop , Handicap Access , Parking , Restrooms , Visitor Center
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