5 Summer Activities in Donnelly

1. HIKING:

One of our favorite activities in Donnelly is definitely hiking. West Mountain offers a wide variety of hikes along the entire mountainside. Pick a trail and just head up. A few favorites are Raft and Skein Lake. Head up to the Radar Dome in Cascade and you’ll see there are even more hikes to choose from. (PRO TIP: download the AllTrails app to quickly find hikes nearby)

2. GO OUT TO DINNER:

Donnelly is a small town, but has some yummy stops for dinner. One our our favorite restaurants is the Italian restaurant, Ragazza Di Bufalo. If the weather is not too warm, Tamarack Resort offers a great retreat to relax on the patio and enjoy Seven Devils Pub.

3. SUNSET CONCERT SERIES:

If you did choose to grab a bit to eat at Tamarack, then stick around for their Sunset Concert Series. Every summer you can enjoy live music on Saturday nights at 6:30pm. Check out their event calendar to see who will be playing next.  (PRO TIP: bring a jacket! When the sun sets down behind the mountain it gets chilly quickly)

4. FISHING:

Cascade lake offers a convenient and beautiful lake to fish on. Head out at sunrise and enjoy the view. Fishing on this lake is common year round; you’ll see ice-fishing is quite popular too. If you’re looking for local fishing tips then stop by Tackle Tom’s on your way up and grab some bait.

5. ATV RIDING:

With tons of trails to choose from, ATV riding is a must for Donnelly, Idaho. If you don’t have your own ATV there are multiple places that will rent them nearby. Mountain Meadow Adventure Rentals is a convenient stop on your way to the mountain. (PRO TIP: be sure to bring bug spray. The mosquitos like this area as much as we do.)