by alongcamealex | Aug 10, 2020 | Boise, Idaho, Travel, USA, West
“When in Rome” I can’t say I have lived in Idaho without summer hiking and camping in the Sawtooth Mountains. This is more of a trip diary rather than a “how to” post, but if you’re interested, this is what I did: The Big Picture:...
by alongcamealex | Jul 25, 2020 | Boise, Idaho, Travel, USA
If you are like me: I felt stir crazy and needed an adventure. Blue Lake fell upon my lap at the exact moment I needed her and boy, was she STUNNING. A quick drive from Boise and an easy hike, Blue Lake Trail is one of the most rewarding, dog/family friendly day trip...
by alongcamealex | May 1, 2020 | Boise, Idaho, Travel, USA, West
Just a short 45 miles from Boise’s downtown epicenter, Jump Creek Falls is a perfect Spring half day getaway to take a deep breath in nature! Shout out to my friend Chelsie for giving me the idea to explore this spot solo, but could easily make for a family fun...
by alongcamealex | Jan 22, 2020 | Boise, Idaho, Travel, USA
There are so many breathtaking hot springs in the state of Idaho and Gold Fork is no exception. Natural springs with the convenience of commercial, tucked in the mountains just south of McCall in Donnelly, Idaho, it’s an absolute winter must-do! Before I dive...
by alongcamealex | Dec 29, 2019 | Arizona, Idaho, Nevada, Travel, USA, West
One day, I literally woke up and decided to go to the Grand Canyon. Everyone else had plans fourth of July, but I had five days off from work in a row and wasn’t going to stay home…so I gassed up my Nissan & headed South! Here are the legs I took: Boise, ID...
by alongcamealex | Nov 21, 2019 | Boise, Idaho, Travel, USA, West
The golden question: where are the best places to eat in Boise? As a transplant to Boise, one of the best things has been experiencing the incredible food scene here. Chain restaurants in downtown Boise are far and few between. With soooo many great local options, why...