The Atlas Obscura Guide To Boise
10 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Boise, Idaho
Updated June 7, 2026
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6 Stone-Cold Stunners in Idaho
It turns out that no one really knows how Idaho got its name. It's been thought that the name came from Shoshone, but in truth it may have just been made up by a somewhat shady politician. Regardless of what you call it, the Gem State is sparsely populated and unapologetically wild, and full of wonders—especially geological ones.
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