Blaine County, Administrative county in Idaho, US.
Description
Blaine County is an administrative county in central Idaho with diverse landscapes spanning mountain ranges, river valleys, and elevated terrain. The county encompasses multiple geographic zones shaped by its natural features.
History
The Idaho State Legislature established the county in 1895, designating Hailey as its administrative center. Since its creation, the area has developed from an early settlement region into an established administrative community.
Culture
The county serves as a center for local traditions where residents gather in town squares and community spaces to celebrate seasonal events and regional heritage. These gatherings reflect the values and lifestyle that define the area's identity.
Practical
Visitors can access local services and administrative facilities in main towns like Hailey, which are well-connected. The county is accessible year-round, with each season offering different outdoor opportunities.
Did you know?
The area supports wildlife populations and runs specialized conservation programs that balance natural habitats with human activity. These protection efforts represent a careful approach to managing the region's natural resources.
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Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve
34.6 kmErnest and Mary Hemingway House
46.5 km
Bald Mountain
45.5 km
Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
102.9 km
Black Butte Crater Lava Field
49.4 km
Big Southern Butte
77.3 km
Thousand Springs State Park
93.9 km
Wilson Butte Cave
70 km
Register Rock
113.5 kmPriestly's Hydraulic Ram
100.4 km
Hyndman Peak
41.8 km
Magic Reservoir
34.4 kmArchie Teater Studio
94.9 km
Lake Walcott State Park
89.5 km
Lake Walcott
94.8 kmCraters of the Moon National Wilderness
38.8 km
Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge
93.5 km
Hemingway–Boulders Wilderness
70.6 km
Mackay Reservoir
67.4 km
Homer Pound House
30.3 km
Ryan Peak
66.7 km
J. C. Penney Company Building
61.3 km
Sawtooth Botanical Garden
40 km
Smoky Dome
78.2 km
El Capitan
98.3 kmMormon Reservoir
67.5 km
Gimlet Pegram Truss Railroad Bridge
37.6 kmLower Salmon Falls Dam
97 km
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