Idaho City Attractions
Idaho City (pop. 460) is located 36mi/60km northeast of Boise. It became one of the largest cities in the area after gold was discovered with over 7,000 goldseekers by 1865. More than 20 pioneer buildings from the 1860s and miles of dredge workings are still visible.
Boise Basin Museum
The Boise Basin Museum in Idaho City is housed in a post office building that was built in 1867. The building later served as a Wells Fargo station. The town's origin with gold rush memorabilia is featured.
Boise Basin Museum
503 Montgomery Street
Idaho City, ID 83631-4176
United States
503 Montgomery Street
Idaho City, ID 83631-4176
United States
Phone 1 (208) 392-4550
Fax 1 (208) 392-4550
Hours
May 1 to May 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:00 |
May 31 to September 6
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 7 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:00 |
Warm Springs Resort (closed)
Warm Springs Resort has hot springs, a thermal swimming pool, and camping facilities. Visitors can also kayak on the Boise River.
Facilities
Gift shop
On-site accomodations
On-site accomodations
