Road Trips from Nampa, ID
Nampa offers a solid range of escapes, whether you're looking for a quick, short drive or a longer haul. You've got options for day trips that stick to mostly flat terrain, and longer routes that delve into hilly areas, some even passing by national parks. Consider your time commitment: are you aiming for a few hours out and back, or a trip that might require an overnight stay?
Total Routes
13
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
10
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
Ammon, ID
4h 58m301.9 mi one way
This drive takes you 301 miles and about 5 hours to Ammon. The route includes mixed highway and surface roads, passing through hilly terrain. A notable feature is Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, offering a natural stop on this longer journey.
Blackfoot, ID
4h 29m273.6 mi one way
Shelley, ID
4h 47m291.6 mi one way
Saint Maries, ID
7h 47m360.6 mi one way
Lapwai, ID
5h 25m269.3 mi one way
Head north for 269 miles, a 5.4-hour drive to Lapwai. This trip features mostly surface roads and hilly terrain. It’s a good option if you want to visit Nez Perce National Historical Park, a significant cultural site along your route.
Long-haul ideas
Bonners Ferry, ID
9h 38m512 mi one way
The longest option, 512 miles and 9.6 hours, takes you to Bonners Ferry. This is a long-haul drive with hilly terrain. It also recommends an overnight stay, suitable for breaking up the extensive travel time.
Coeur d'Alene, ID
8h 8m437.7 mi one way
This is a longer trip, 437 miles and 8.1 hours, to Coeur d'Alene. It involves mixed highway and surface roads with hilly terrain and is one of the few options recommending an overnight stay, allowing you to explore the area more fully.
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Ammon, ID
4h 58m301.9 mi one way
Blackfoot, ID
4h 29m273.6 mi one way
Shelley, ID
4h 47m291.6 mi one way
Saint Maries, ID
7h 47m360.6 mi one way
Blackfoot, ID
4h 29m273.6 mi one way
Shelley, ID
4h 47m291.6 mi one way
Bonners Ferry, ID
9h 38m512 mi one way
Coeur d'Alene, ID
8h 8m437.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers opportunities to drive through hilly terrain and access parks like Nez Perce National Historical Park.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives to destinations like Coeur d'Alene or Bonners Ferry, with hilly terrain and park access available.
Fall
Fall drives can take you through hilly terrain with access to Nez Perce National Historical Park.
Winter
Winter travel might be challenging due to the hilly terrain on longer routes, though closer, flatter options remain feasible.
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