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Garden Valley
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Garden Valley

Garden Valley, Idaho is a charming and peaceful mountain town located near the Boise National Forest. It offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, fishing, camping, and white-water rafting. The area is also known for its scenic beauty, with its lush forests, sparkling streams and rivers, and stunning mountain vistas.

Some unique features of Garden Valley include its historic mining town, Crouch, and hot springs, which are natural hot water springs with therapeutic and relaxation properties.

People vacation in Garden Valley for its natural beauty, peace and quiet, and opportunities for outdoor adventure. Whether you're a nature lover, an adrenaline junkie, or just looking for a relaxing getaway, Garden Valley has something for everyone.

Locally Owned & Operated

Garden Valley

Garden Valley

Casago Franchise Owner

Garden Valley is surrounded by breathtaking peaks, offering a small town feel for an Idaho mountain getaway. Karen Smith has been operating vacation rentals in Garden Valley since 2006. After more than a decade in the industry, she was attracted to Casago’s “Owner-Centric” philosophy to ensure the utmost in service for her guests, owners, and the community.

Along with her adult son, Karen is an active part of Garden Valley. With a motto of “there is always hope,” Karen is a long-time supporter of area schools and youth activities. She is also quick to point out that her pets are an important part of the family.

In this elevated mountain Idaho landscape of crystal clear fishing waters, elk spotting opportunities along the road, and inviting hot-springs, Karen helps provide endearing memories for guests while maintaining the trust of owners.


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Things to do

What you need to know

No matter what time of year you visit Garden Valley, there's plenty to explore - from hiking, white water rafting, sleigh rides, animal preserves, soaking in hot springs, to world-class dining.

Recommended by locals

Vacationing in Garden Valley offers outdoor adventures and excellent restaurants. Hike the Boise Mountains, go on a winter sleigh ride, soak in the hot springs, and dine on top-rated cuisine.

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Table Rock

Table Rock

About Table Rock is a majestic plateau formed around 15 million years ago due...

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Restaurants

What you need to know

While Garden Valley has its share of Western-themed restaurants serving steaks and burgers, it's also home to international flavors, coffee shops, comfort food, and artisan fare.

Recommended by locals

Dining in Garden Valley offers exotic flavors from Kazakhstan, authentic Mexican cuisine, Ethiopian and Eritrean fare, and American comfort food, as well as juicy steaks, wild game, and fresh trout.

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Pho Nguyen

Pho Nguyen

About Pho Nguyen is a Boise restaurant known for serving authentic Vietnamese...

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Book with Confidence

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Verified Guests and Owners

Verified Guests and Owners

Booking with Casago guarantees your stay from the minute you check in, to the second you check out. End to end reliability.

Casago Support & Security

Casago Support & Security

Never worry about support hours again with Casago's 24/7 customer support lines

Payment Protection

Payment Protection

Rent worry free with 100% cash back up to 24 hours before your stay

Sightseeing

What you need to know

The sky's the limit when planning your itinerary in Garden Valley. Go hiking, take a peaceful car ride, go rafting, watch a theatrical performance, or visit gardens or museums. There's something for everyone!

Recommended by locals

Be sure to hike the Cervidae Trailhead, soak in Kirkham Hot Springs, see the blooms at the Idaho Botanical Garden, picnic at Weilmunster Park, or drive the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway.

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Kirkham Hot Springs

Kirkham Hot Springs

About Long before hot tubs were invented, Mother Nature supplied everything...

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Barber Park

Barber Park

About Year-round outdoor fun abounds at Barber Park, and with its...

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Franchise with Casago

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Verified Guests and Owners

Verified Guests and Owners

The owner's best interest is our passion and the guiding principle behind everything we do and stand for.

Team Training

Team Training

Our team members are trained to see themselves as the owner's advocate, and to make every decision from this singular mindset.

Our Guarantee

Our Guarantee

The Owner-Centric™ philosophy delivers the care, income, and transparency that you deserve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Valley is in Southwestern Idaho, about an hour north of Boise. The breathtaking valley, which includes the communities of Crouch and Garden Valley, provides a gateway to the peaks of Boise National Forest.

There’s always something to explore in Garden Valley, depending on the season.

  • Spring is a great time to visit Garden Valley as the weather is mild and the scenery is beautiful with wildflowers blooming.
  • Summer is the peak tourist season in Garden Valley, with warm weather and plenty of outdoor recreational activities available.
  • Fall is another great time to visit Garden Valley, with cooler weather and stunning foliage.
  • On average, Garden Valley gets around 5 feet of snow during the Winter. Even though it can be snowy and cold, visiting during this time offers a beautiful winter wonderland experience, perfect for winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling.

Set next to the Payette River, Garden Valley is known to be an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in southwest Idaho. Its proximity to the urban landscape of Boise makes Garden Valley an easy drive-to destination for a mountain getaway.

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