During the months from November until April you are able to enjoy the isolated Highway to Heaven snowmobile trails. This trail system is located in Southwestern Idaho just north of Boise. The Highway to Heaven trails are located in the Boise National Forest which offers approximately 2.6 million acres of pristine forests. The elevations range from 2,600 to 9,800 feet; perfect for snowmobiling.
The Boise National Forest offers beautiful views of mountains, forests, and river systems. The major river systems in the forest are the Boise and Payette Rivers as well as the Salmon River. Besides snowmobiling, you can enjoy a plethora of year-round activities such as camping, fishing, and hiking. The forest also offers educational opportunities and guided tours. The snowmobile trails alone will keep you busy all day as the trail stretches over 150 miles beginning in Boise. This is the only mountain passage that starts from a major city.
Before heading out on the trail for an adventure make sure you take a few snowmobile safety precautions. First, don’t drink and drive. This is pretty much common sense and applies to any vehicle whether it be a car or a snowmobile. Second, don’t race your snowmobile, drive at a moderate pace to allow yourself to drive defensively. Third, carry a first aid kit with you just in case of an emergency. Try to avoid snowmobiling across large bodies of water. Dress warmly, if you are snowmobiling most likely it is cold outside. Most importantly do not go snowmobiling alone.
