Explore The West From Salt Lake City

Once you’ve landed in Salt Lake City, it’s time to hit the road. Start your Western adventure heading north to Lava Hot Springs, where you’ll find an intimate resort town built to soak, swim and play amongst the area’s famous natural hot springs. Overnight in Lava Hot Springs.

Head further into Idaho to marvel at expanses of lava flow at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. Explore caves and craters by day and take in star-studded views by night at this International Dark Sky Park. Overnight in Idaho Falls.

Continue exploring the U.S.’s prized national parks and monuments with a drive northeast to Yellowstone National Park. A classic American destination, Yellowstone’s vast wildlife, greenery and geysers should be on everyone’s bucket list. Overnight in Yellowstone National Park.

Start your Yellowstone adventure early. Home to over 500 geysers and 290 waterfalls, its wildlife includes buffalo, moose, grizzly bears and wolves. Overnight in Yellowstone National Park.

Peek into Montana with a visit to Missoula. This college town is brimming with culture and excellent access to watersports from fishing to kayaking. Overnight in Missoula.

Continue north through Montana to catch the weathered terrain of glacier carved peaks and pristine lakes at Glacier National Park, the world’s first International Peace Park. Overnight in/near Glacier National Park.

Continue your exploration of Glacier National Park. Drive the magnificent 53 mile Going-To-The-Sun-Road and hike some of the 700 miles of trails. Overnight in/near Glacier National Park.

Drive southwest back into Idaho to on your way to Wallace. Known as the “Silver Capital of the World,” Wallace opens up the experience of what life was like in an authentic Old West mining town. You can also stretch your legs with a bike ride on along the Route of the Hiawatha. Overnight in Wallace.

On your way to the sapphire waters of Coeur d’Alene, stop at the Coeur d’Alene Old Mission State Park, the site of the 19th century-built Jesuit Sacred Heart Mission. Once you roll into Coeur d’Alene, take your pick between playing in Lake Coeur d’Alene or discovery the traditions of tribal homelands at Coeur d’Alene Casino & Resort. Overnight in Coeur d'Alene.

As you begin to loop south, visit Lewiston and nearby Spalding to hear the story of the Nez Perce people at the Nez Perce National Historical Park. Overnight in Lewiston.

Head towards the center of Idaho to tuck into the cozy mountain town of McCall. Whether you ride the waves of Payette Lake, hike Payette National Forest or spend the day at the spa, McCall is known for its views and spacious outdoor playground. Overnight in McCall.

Venture to Idaho’s capital city culinary, arts and cultural discoveries. Walk the Basque block downtown to take in the sights, smells and tastes of the Basque people. Visit the Old Idaho Penitentiary to hear the stories of some of the West’s most desperate criminals. Sip your way through the state’s largest concentration of breweries and wineries. Overnight in Boise.

Wind through the Boise National Forest along the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway into what may be Idaho’s most iconic peaks and vistas. Access to the Sawtooth National Forest, Redfish Lake and the U.S.’s first International Dark Sky Reserve mark Stanley as a natural paradise. Overnight in Stanley.

Continue along the Sawtooth Scenic Byway as you track southeast to Sun Valley. World-renowned for skiing and playing in the snow-packed mountains, Sun Valley is filled with charm, luxury and amazing memories. Overnight in Sun Valley.

If you’re traveling in the spring, venturing to Twin Falls in southern Idaho is a must to capture the wondrous waters of the area. Stop along the way to take in the geologic wonders of Thousand Springs State Park. Overnight in Twin Falls.

Before heading home, take in one more awe-inspiring natural wonder and witness the power of Shoshone Falls as it pours through the Snake River Canyon. The falls will leave you feeling inspired as you get ready to board your plane back to reality.