Morning: Depart Idaho Falls early and head south on US‑20 W toward Shoshone Falls. Enjoy a brief stop to view the “Niagara of the West,” walking the viewpoint trail for about an hour.
Afternoon: Continue west on I‑84 to Twin Falls, where you can explore the downtown river walk and grab a quick lunch. Afterward, drive toward Boise, arriving in the late afternoon and strolling through the vibrant Boise River Greenbelt.
Evening: Check into a downtown Boise hotel, then dine at a local farm‑to‑table restaurant. End the night with a relaxed walk around the illuminated Idaho State Capitol Plaza.
Find HotelsMorning: Leave Boise early on I‑84 W, crossing into Oregon via I‑5 S. Make a scenic detour to Crater Lake National Park for a short viewpoint stop, capturing the iconic blue lake before heading back to the highway.
Afternoon: Drive north on CA‑20 W through the towering redwoods, stopping at Humboldt Redwoods State Park (Avenue of the Giants) for a leisurely hike among ancient giants. Continue south to the coastal town of Jenner for a quick seafood lunch.
Evening: Arrive in Forestville, CA in the early evening, check into your inn, and enjoy a sunset stroll through the historic downtown. Finish the day with dinner at a local bistro featuring farm‑fresh cuisine.
Find HotelsIf you have an extra day, consider spending the night near Crater Lake to explore more of the park’s trails and scenic drives. To shorten the trip, skip the redwood detour and take I‑5 straight to Forestville, which reduces driving time by about two hours but sacrifices the iconic giant‑tree experience.