To Do | Long Valley Motel

Key Features of Long Valley

Location: In Valley County, Idaho, north of Boise, near McCall.
Recreation Hub: Offers year-round activities like skiing, snowshoeing, boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and access to hot springs.
Donnelly, ID: A small city within Long Valley, serving as a base for exploring the area, with shops, restaurants, and lodging.
Lodging: Home to the Long Valley Motel, known for being pet-friendly and offering rustic accommodations.
Natural Features: Surrounded by mountains, meadows, alpine lakes, and the North Fork of the Payette River.

Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. This beloved tradition brings together locals and visitors to honor the iconic wild berry that dots our surrounding hillsides.

For years, the festival has been a highlight of the season, offering a full weekend of fun for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant parade down Main Street, browse artisan vendor booths, and sample an irresistible array of huckleberry treats.

The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.

Gold Fork Hot Springs

Located just south of McCall in the small town of Donnelly in the beautiful foothills of the North Fork Range, sits Gold Fork Hot Springs. The mineral-rich waters, hydrotherapy jets, and hot and cold pools are the perfect ending to any day.

Tamarack Resort

Tamarack Resort is an all-season destination nestled in Idaho's Payette River Mountains Region. The resort is located in Tamarack Idaho 90 miles north of Boise on the shores of Lake Cascade, just west of the small town of Donnelly. From onsite lodging, dining and event space to the full range of outdoor recreation in the Idaho mountains, there is an adventure for all seasons. The winter brings 2,800 feet of vertical on 1,100 lift-accessed acres for skiers and snowboarders, along with Nordic and snowshoe trails. During the summer, the resort is home to mountain biking, hiking, rafting and watersports on Lake Cascade.

Brundage Mountain Resort

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Located high in the mountains of Central Idaho, independently owned Brundage Mountain is a classic Idaho Ski Resort with amazing terrain and a friendly vibe. Brundage Mountain averages more than 320 base area inches of snowfall annually and has earned an undisputed reputation for the Best Snow in Idaho™. In addition to exceptional skiing and snowboarding, Brundage Mountain offers top-notch amenities, including guided SnowCat Trips on 18,000 acres of backcountry terrain, guided snowmobile tours, snowmobile rentals, and more.

Winter Carnival

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Get ready for the biggest celebration of the year (yes! It’s happening!)! The McCall Winter Carnival returns January 30th – February 8th with dazzling snow sculptures, vibrant local art, live music, a vendor court overlooking Payette Lake, and a full slate of festive events to brighten the snowiest season. Indulge in savory food and drinks, enjoy days filled with winter fun, and cap it all off with the Mardi Gras Parade (Feb 7th!)—a highlight not to be missed.

Bundle up, and prepare for a winter wonderland unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

McCall

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McCall

is a picturesque resort town in west-central Idaho, located approximately 100 miles north of Boise on the southern shore of Payette Lake. Nestled within the Payette National Forest at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, it is widely regarded as an "outdoor playground" that offers distinct four-season recreation.