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| North Fork Boise River We're in the middle of an Excessive Heat Warning here in Boise, so there's no denying -- the dog days of summer are here! This past weekend prompted the question: when the temperatures move upward, what are ways to cool down? I've put together a few ideas to help you beat the heat! 1. Float the Boise River. This is one of the most popular ways to cool down in the City of Trees, and for good reason - it's a lot of fun! You can rent a tube, a raft, or an inflatable kayak from Boise River Raft & Tube and float the cool stretch of the river from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. There's nothing quite like experiencing Boise from a tube in the Boise River, and gaining a whole new perspective of the city by going under bridges, over a few rapids, and spotting riverside birds. The water temperature will leave you feeling utterly refreshed and chilled, perfect for these hot days! 2. Bike the Greenbelt. I biked a portion of the Boise River Greenbelt this past weekend (from Eagle to Esther Simplot Park) and was surprised how cool it felt. While bicycling, you create your own breeze, and biking along the Boise River is pleasantly cooler than other parts of Boise. 3. Hike the foothills early in the day. This high desert climate usually has the lowest temperatures between the hours of 6 - 8 am. With the current amount of daylight that we have, there is no trouble getting . Check out with the Ridge to Rivers Interactive Map to find a trail and get hiking (or biking or running) early! Temperatures in the morning are in the 70s and trails with more shade include upper Dry Creek, Eastside, or Deer Point. What are your best ways to beat the heat in Boise or wherever you call home? |
Sawtooth Wilderness boundary Looking toward the far side of Farley Lake - the first campsite This past weekend, I went backpacking on an iconic loop in the Sawtooth Mountains of central Idaho. The Sawtooths are beloved and renowned for their dramatic sharp, rocky peaks that resemble the teeth on a saw. I had only been to the Sawtooths once before (six years ago when I was working a seasonal position in McCall), so I was looking forward to exploring more. I hiked the Toxaway Lake to Alice Lake Loop , and spent two nights in the backcountry. This was the perfect amount of time to spend backpacking, since it's been several years since I've hit the trail and done backcountry camping. My back and legs were achy and tired by the end of the weekend, but this trip itinerary allowed The fire smoke that has been looming over Boise was present in Stanley (a small river town close to the Sawtooths) and the views of the mountains took on a dreamlike, mystical quality w...
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