The Sacred Heart Mission, constructed in 1850 and completed in 1853, is the perfect setting for a magical, romantic wedding experience. The Mission and grounds provide a beautiful and tranquil location for an intimate wedding or a wedding with a guest list up to 500 people. The Mission is available for weddings, regardless of religious backgrounds, is easy to find and has ample parking ..read more

On the chilly, crisp evening of October 26th, Hells Gate staff and friends put on a spooky hayride for the public to enjoy. Leading up to the loop, guests were warned to “ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK” and to “TURN BACK NOW WHILE YOU STILL CAN!” When it was too late to turn around, hay-riders were told “WE”VE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU…”.  ..read more

Bruneau Dunes State Park is famed for their incredible night sky clarity. Because of the pristine star gazing opportunities, they are actively seeking certification as a Dark Sky Park through the International Dark Sky Association. Far from the light pollution of the city, the way that Bruneau’s night sky illuminates the surrounding desert is awe-inspiring ..read more

They know they are messing with us…you know…birds. After hundreds of years and billions of bird records, well-respected ornithologists have amalgamated and synthesized the data into field guides. From Roger Tory Petersen’s 1934 A Field Guide to the Birds to The Sibley Guide to Birds (2nd Edition, 2014) man has attempted to describe the appearance and behavior of birds ..read more

Your safety and well-being is a top priority to us, so we’ve implemented a few changes for the health of both you and our staff ..read more

It was one of those late spring mornings that felt like a mid-summer afternoon. The smell of exhaust and the low rumble of a dozen engines hung in the mountain air. Faces peeked out from behind the helmets of new and veteran riders alike as each prepared themselves for the upcoming course ..read more

And as the outdoor recreation industry continues to grow, we welcome the many changes along with it. Notably, the increase in diversity, equity, and inclusion movements across the nation, which help to promote the message that the outdoors are for everyone! One example of this comes from a study done by the  . They found that for more than the last decade, women have only represented about half of the participants in the outdoor rec world. But those numbers are growing! And we want to celebrate the dedicated women in our agency who help to keep your Idaho state parks open and running ..read more

The state-wide Junior Ranger program was started in Idaho State Parks in 2017. It provides a major marketing component for the agency that connects directly to the agency mission, provides a rallying point for staff and volunteers, adds another attraction, and provides a way for youth to make meaningful and lifelong connections with parks, helping to secure a stronger future for state parks ..read more

Famed for its expansive and unique beauty, Idaho’s outdoor adventures never seem to disappoint. From forest to stream and everywhere in between, there is always something new to discover ..read more