Road Trips from Caldwell, ID
Looking for a weekend escape from Caldwell? You've got options ranging from quick hops to nearby towns to longer hauls across the state. With mostly flat terrain dominating the closer routes, and some longer drives offering park access or more varied landscapes, you can tailor your trip. Consider a short drive for a quick outing or a more substantial journey to explore further afield.
Total Routes
11
Shortest
4.2h
With Parks Nearby
7
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
Idaho Falls, ID
4h 55m304 mi one way
This is one of the longer trips at 304 miles, taking about 4.9 hours. It's a mixed highway and surface road route with a high drive score of 10. Notably, this route passes Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument.
Lincoln, ID
5h 4m309.5 mi one way
This is the longest trip at 309.5 miles, estimated at 5.1 hours. It's a mixed highway and surface road drive with a perfect drive score of 10. This route does not feature any parks directly.
Moscow, ID
6h 6m300.3 mi one way
Lapwai, ID
5h 8m258.1 mi one way
At 258.1 miles and 5.1 hours, this route offers a longer journey with a drive score of 9. The terrain is described as hilly with moderate elevation changes. Nez Perce National Historical Park is accessible from this route.
Pocatello, ID
4h 14m258.4 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
Priest River, ID
8h 35m448.4 mi one way
At 448.4 miles and 8.6 hours, this is the longest drive, but it is recommended for an overnight stay. The terrain is gently rolling. This route offers a substantial journey with the possibility of an extended stay.
Spirit Lake, ID
8h 10m434.4 mi one way
Ponderay, ID
8h 46m471.2 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Idaho Falls, ID
4h 55m304 mi one way
Lincoln, ID
5h 4m309.5 mi one way
Moscow, ID
6h 6m300.3 mi one way
Lapwai, ID
5h 8m258.1 mi one way
Idaho Falls, ID
4h 55m304 mi one way
Moscow, ID
6h 6m300.3 mi one way
Pocatello, ID
4h 14m258.4 mi one way
Post Falls, ID
7h 41m418.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers opportunities for drives through mostly flat terrain. Longer routes are accessible, but park conditions can vary.
Summer
Summer is ideal for exploring longer distances with varied terrain, including hilly options for those seeking more dynamic drives.
Fall
Fall drives are suitable for all listed routes, with terrain ranging from flat to hilly. Longer trips are feasible.
Winter
Winter driving is possible on most routes, though longer journeys may require careful planning due to terrain and distance.
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