Hiking & Backpacking
Not all activity involving high mountains occur in the winter and require a lift ticket. Traveling to Sun Valley in the summer provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation including hiking and backpacking.
Taking to the trail, allows you to enjoy the vast, remote wilderness of the area. It is one of the best ways to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Sun Valley is a mecca for outdoor recreation. Primary among the many activities enjoyed in the area is hiking and backpacking. Hiking is just walking but with the goal of exploring and enjoying the scenery. If you hike and stay overnight, then you are actually backpacking.
Hiking or backpacking is a fundamental outdoor activity on which many others are based. The remote, wilderness area surrounding Sun Valley has many beautiful areas, which can only be reached by trail. For most hiking enthusiasts, hiking is the only way to see nature. There are no distractions when you are hiking and you can get a true sense of your surroundings.
Check with the local Ranger Stations or the Sawtooth National Recreation Headquarters for information on the hiking and backpacking trails in the area. Plan ahead for safety and always let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return.
Other Online Resources
The American Long Distance Hiking Association strives to connect fellow backpackers and hikers through events, articles, and many hikes throughout the Western States.
McCall's Hiking Club website is a good resource for locals and visitors on trails in the area and their flora and fauna. The club organizes hikes and events.
The State of Idaho Parks and Recreation's website has a plethora of Information on Idaho's state parks, activities, planning, lodging, and regulations.
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