There are many strange and interesting things to see along the roads in Idaho. Here are ten of the most interesting ones that you might want to check out:
The Dog Bark Park Inn
This 30-foot-tall dog named “Sweet Willy” is also a bed-and-breakfast in Cottonwood. Dog lovers will love this place because it is decorated with dog-themed items and has wood carvings made by the owners.
The Museum of Clean
This 74,000-square-foot museum in Pocatello is all about cleanliness. It has displays like the world’s first vacuum cleaner from 1860. It’s an unexpectedly interesting place for tourists to stop.
Museum of Idaho Potatoes
In Blackfoot, there is a museum that honors Idaho’s potato history. It has displays about the history of potato growing and even a restaurant that serves baked potatoes.
Niter Ice Cave
Near Grace, this old lava tube stays cold all year. In the past, people used it as a natural refrigerator. These days, it’s just a cool thing to see on the side of the road.
Black Magic Canyon
This canyon is in Shoshone and has beautiful black rock shapes that were formed by the Big Wood River over many years. Because the water level is lower in the winter, it is safer to go.
The Big Bang and Everything
This manhole cover is where the mayor of Wallace said it was in 2004, and it is said to be the “Center of the Universe.” It’s a strange place to take pictures in a cute mountain town.
The National Monument of Craters of the Moon
With its volcanic scenery, caves, and hiking trails, this huge lava field feels like something from another world. People who are interested in science should see it.
Thousand Springs
This place is close to Twin Falls and has huge underground rivers that flow into the Snake River, making for stunning scenery.
Oasis Museum of Bordello
This museum in Wallace keeps the past of a brothel that was open until the 1980s alive. It’s now an interesting time capsule that shows the past of small towns in Idaho.
Boise Crime Scene
This creepy house on Linden Street is also known as Macabre Manor. It has a dark past and a scary reputation, which makes it a great place for thrill-seekers.
These places show off Idaho’s strange charm and varied scenery. They’re great for adding some fun and strangeness to your road trip plans!
