All that glitters is silver

Thanks to hundreds of mountain peaks, thousands of miles of rivers and abundant wildlife, Idaho is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Among many gems in the Gem State, Silver Mountain Resort shines brightly.

The year-round resort, which is located in Kellogg in the Idaho Panhandle, is renowned for its challenging ski runs. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and snow tubing during the winter months. The mountain is the center of activity the rest of the year, too, thanks to its extensive system of well-developed biking and hiking trails.

Two of the most popular options are the Trail of the Coeur D’alenes and the Trail of the Hiawatha. The former is a 72-mile paved, flat path that winds beside its namesake river and through rolling farmlands. Along Hiawatha, which is the result of a rails-to-trails project, cyclists follow the crest of the Bitterroot Mountains and go through 10 train tunnels during the 15-mile downhill ride.

After a day of adventure, travelers can spend the night at the Morning Star Lodge. The property includes spacious rooms, large public gathering areas, a rooftop hot tub and more. A night’s stay also gives guests access to Silver Rapids, Idaho’s largest indoor waterpark.

To learn more, contact Silver Mountain’s Cathryn Jerome or go to silvermt.com.

Top photo: Skier at Silver Mountain Resort
Photo by Idaho Department of Commerce