The Most Beautiful Place You've Never Heard Of! (SUV Camping/Vanlife Adventures)

In this video I explore another part of one of the West's least-explored regions and uncover some staggeringly beautiful scenery.
DATE FILMED: May 2022
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VIDEO LINKS
** The packraft: kokopelli.com/...
** Link to Boise video: • The First Camping Trip...
GPS COORDINATES, etc.
** Box Canyon trailhead: 42.707680, -114.802675
** Where I started paddling: 42.706196, -114.823871
** Blue Heart Springs: 42.710694, -114.829781
** Three Islands: 42.935613, -115.332429
** Crater Rings: 43.191762, -115.858885
** Campsite: 43.45443, -116.16505
OTHER LINKS
** Gear I use: suvrving.com/gear
** SUV RVing the Book: amzn.to/2SUrtme (Affiliate link)
** The blog: suvrving.com
** Instagram: / suvrving
** My other KZbin channel: / tenkaraaddict
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[@dianneiverglynne]

Thank you so much for making this video! I was one of the four individual litigants for a 10 year lawsuit against the Federal government in order to protect Box Canyon. (We won!😄) Now I'm terribly arthritic and miss the canyon and kayaking to Blue Heart SO MUCH! I shared with my nephew who's never been here (I live downriver in the canyon below Bliss). Because of your effort I can say...see? See??? Blue Heart was pure white sand and blue water when I was young. The vegetation is the result of local dairy and fish hatchery run offs that added nutrients to the river. Still... it's still magical. A cold swim on a hot day, used to be always just you and your friends. If you hike the canyon trail in the summer you will meet rattle snakes...so be on guard and walk with a snake stick. Thank you, again!

[@A-K_Rambler]

Hey Tristan, 65 degrees of late 48 in the evenings, and only a few mosquitos...you sir are a poet!

[@SUVRVing]

Lol thanks Mitchell! Happy travels.

[@packiejoegilheany1171]

You’re one of the most genuine KZbinr in this genre . Don’t change. I stopped watching other similar channels after figuring out that they are full of crap. The other youtubers would be selling us the $150 crocs and whatever new product that they all seem to only use for one video. Kudos to you and safe travels. Cheers

[@packiejoegilheany1171]

Also you’ve exposed me to places that I’ve never heard of and have added those places to my travel plans.

[@trishrobbins9942]

I’m sure you figured out that a single person in a two person canoe sits backwards to center the weight and keep the bow down. Love that nice inflatable!

[@1ouncebird]

Beautiful places here. That spring kayak trip was wonderful. Too bad the wind made so many ripples that you couldn't see a completely clear shot of the water as you were paddling. None the less it is a gorgeous area. Thanks.

[@davkatjenn]

I always love hearing about and seeing places pertaining to the early pioneers and the Oregon Trail. And I always love hearing about places that most people never stop to see. Thank you for both.

[@taniadablaing1321]

Due to injuries, I will most likely never be able to hike or go on an adventure like this again. So Its really great to follow you as you are on this journey, I get to live vicariously through these videos. Thank you

[@russellfippino2590]

I'm in the same spot as you, keep on keeping on , don't give up

[@taniadablaing1321]

@@russellfippino2590 never give up!!!

[@virginasmith2291]

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[@susans7091]

Camping myself and stopped in a library to check email. Couldn't help opening this, but with no earphones I can only watch, not listen! How beautiful! The color of the water - oh my:)

[@vanjoy1974]

I lived in Mountain Home Idaho for 3 years and loved every moment. Sand dunes, mountain skiing, hot springs, desert, white water rafting, horseback riding, and beautiful people. I will move back there soon!

[@FindersKeepers88]

Thx for showing us more of the American west, that water sure is clear

[@louisepotier2784]

How beautiful! Thank-you for another great video and the time you take to show us everything! 🙂

[@ritzbitz1905]

Never knew Southern Idaho was so gorgeous 🤔

[@flormaldonado8418]

I’m in love with such crystal clear water you manage to find some of the most beautiful places 🥰🥰

[@nathanwilson6670]

Box canyon was beautiful. I think there are a lot of underappreciated places like that out there. Thanks for sharing!

[@teresadofredo9908]

This one was bittersweet. I lost my Dad almost 2 years ago. In 1983 he moved us from Denver to Seattle. Whenever he would go back to CO he would always.... always breakdown in his vehicles at Glens Ferry. I don4 know what it was about that town lol.

[@ssgt2002]

Thanks for sharing this is super amazing, really liking that raft. A multi-day river trip would be fun to see.

[@hamlinsondra]

As we've come to expect from you, a video of sublime, unusual places filmed beautifully, and filled with pertinent, interesting information. Well done - again.

[@therookeryvanlife5612]

Loved this video. Loved the drone footage over the kayak and also the history about the wagons crossing. Thank you!

[@TripleAAA53]

The clarity of that water rivals the Bahamas !! Thx for the tour !! REALLY ENJOYED the tour.

[@markg3025]

I have been all over Idaho over the past 20 years but never been to Box canyon. Another great video, enjoy your Memorial day weekend.

[@SUVRVing]

It's definitely worth the visit!

[@jamesbrooks3664]

Such beautiful crystal clear water. What a gorgeous canyon.

[@Ravendale9]

What a wonderful video! We love the Box canyon spring with that incredible clear water. It was fun watching you use your new pack raft as well! Thanks ⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️🙏

[@jenniferh8004]

One of my favorite videos to date. Haven’t been to box canyon or blue heart springs in years so it was especially nice to see the drone footage. I grew up in the Buhl area. Had never been to the three island crossing. They used to do a reenactment of the crossing every year. That stopped a long time ago. I think someone was actually killed. The craters were completely new to me. Really enjoy your videos and all the information. Keep up the awesome work. Have a fun holiday weekend

[@SUVRVing]

Yeah, the lady at the entrance booth at Three Island Crossing was lamenting the fact that "young people" don't want to do the crossing anymore. Shrug. Thanks for watching, Jennifer!

[@findingmyselfamongstrangers]

Incredible! That water is AMAZING! Just added Box-Canyon-to-Snake-River to my bucket list. Tristan, you just keep giving us gift after gift. Thanks so much!

[@las174]

I'm surprised someone hasn't taken that spring and turned it into a bottled water business. So thankful to see it natural and preserved.

[@samanthadodd8112]

Wow... I love that u got this boat. It will open up more adventures for yourself (and us). Thank you as always taking us places that some of us are not able to get too.

[@SUVRVing]

I'm excited for it too!

[@solofemalevanlifeadventure8817]

What a beautiful place. I have to go there. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and good luck

[@helenwood1]

Thank you so much for this. I have only driven through on my way to the coast and always wanted to go back and do more on the Snake River. I am so motivated now! Great video! Idaho is a gem.

[@sharondavis8003]

Caribbean of Idaho. Perfect name & the drone footage in this video is fantastic in showing the true size of these sights. Enjoyed it all. Thanks Tristan for all your great videos 👍🏻

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Sharon!

[@pixelpeter3883]

Those two springs were something else, wow! Only wish you would have included some more Jacques Cousteau footage in that crystal clear water. And two craters to top it all off. Nice!

[@BrendaHaltom-cs6ck]

Those Spings were beautiful and so were the 3 islands! Idaho is beautiful! Thank you for the history!❤️😀🇺🇸

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Thank you Tristan! I’m loving this trip! The camp fire history is unbelievable. Thanks for taking us to the craters. Southern Idaho is amazing. Your videos are the best!

[@All_in_for_Him]

As a kayak lover, I'm thrilled you are going to be sharing more of your new adventure purchase!

[@annesaunders1157]

Loved the underwater shot. That really showed how clear the water is!

[@CFDEngCo3]

Love your videos so much! Especially when you go to a place that I have actually been. I did a solo Idaho trip back in 2019 and hiked along the rim of Box Canyon... didn't really know you could hike to the bottom... oh well. I am doing a solo western North and South Dakota trip in September and your past videos on that area have helped me a ton with what to see. Thanks!

[@SDck5940]

At age 82 and poor health, my travel day are over, so I really enjoy watching your adventures and daydreaming. Often, at the end of an adventure, you tease for next day, but I haven't worked out how to jump to that "next day" in KZbin. That's frustrating.

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

A REALLY INTERESTING video today! Thanks for taking us along.

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Dovie!

[@lindagolden9892]

A day of awesome scenic footage; thanks for sharing unique cloud formations as well. 🌾

[@rowanmulvey8632]

Great slide guitar music and excellent drone footage too!

[@TJWilson]

Great video Tristan. Having Blue Heart Springs to yourself, mostly, that's some kind of miracle. Three Island Crossing is great to visit. I loved the interpretive center. It told a great story and didn't gloss over the history. It told the good and the bad of that area. If you camp at the park though you need white nose machine. Trains pass by the park all through the night and blast their horns.

[@SUVRVing]

I was surprised too! The other people in the kayak showed up as I was leaving. Yikes, yeah, those trains can be super annoying, especially if you're not expecting them. Thanks TJ.

[@alexanderweaver7066]

I love how you just go with the flow and do whatever feels right to you. My plans often don't pan out and whatever happens...just happens. I've come across so many pleasant surprises with scenery or meeting a new friend. Anyway, great adventure, Tristan, and I love the adventures with the RAV 4. I'm anxious to see what your next vehicle will be.

[@John-ve3gg]

It's amazing what you can find if you get off the interstates and look around. Great video! Thank you for sharing your adventures!!

[@Meggligee]

It’s so great you’re showing how beautiful southern Idaho is to those that would normally overlook it! Headed back to SE Idaho and Poky this August and I’m so glad you’re showing these videos now so we can plan extra stops accordingly! P.S. playing Oregon Trail on your phone is almost just as good as it was in elementary school! 😅 it’s so cool that’s you’re showing those places in person.

[@nanvaughn2258]

I love learning about and seeing the geology of the area. It was interesting seeing you set up the kayak and watching you paddle. Thanks for another great video!

[@stevedietrich8936]

Tristan, this may be your most interesting video ever. As far as what was my favorite? I think the part from 0:00 to 31:53.

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Steve, I'm glad you liked it!

[@Ostrom38]

Love how you revisited a spot from before, but found something new to do and it was so pretty. Safe travels Tristan! Loving your videos!

[@toddshook1765]

Thank you for all the effort you put in to bring the beauty and dome history of our country. The areal shots are awesome.

[@skletke7543]

Wow you could go snorkeling when its warmer. So beautiful! Makes sense about the craters. From what I learned, the magma chamber from Yellowstone is under several states including part of Idaho. They say the magma chamber is larger than the Grand Canyon.

[@BrendaHaltom-cs6ck]

That water is so beautiful and clear! I love your raft!❤️😀🇺🇸

[@KristenMaine]

What a great video! The underwater shot... wouldn't even know you weren't in the Caribbean. The 2 craters... amazing scenery with all the green. Thanks for the Oregon trail history lesson. Very very interesting. I very much enjoyed the video

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Kristen!

[@leese.23]

Just beautiful. Idaho has always been my favorite state after California. My favorite part was the rafting...so relaxing and I felt like I was right there with you Tristan. Glorious.

[@SUVRVing]

I've always said that Idaho is the most underrated state in the West. Thanks for watching!

[@PatriciaJones-xw1ui]

Hey Tristan, thanks for another great video. I really enjoy seeing so many cool places to visit out west. Most of them I've never heard of, being a Florida girl. You take us to all the remote, out of the way spots, which are usually the best places!

[@TrevorHigbee]

Another great video. Made my morning!

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Trevor!

[@manyahope52]

Your videos are always great! Thank you for the interesting trip today, the history and scenery were awesome. Well done Tristan!

[@bobbeckman3735]

Thanks Tristan. You motivated me to camp in the Alvord desert a couple of days ago in my Cherokee. Keep up the safe travels

[@StanParker99]

Outstanding video, Tristan. Idaho is so under-rated, but that is part of its appeal...fewer visitors. I have a two-person inflatable kayak, but it is much heavier. I would never pack it anywhere. I really enjoyed this video.

[@latriciahall5483]

Absolutely love all your treks. Thanks for sharing. Amazing find.

[@thomasdreke1698]

My favorite part was the Oregon Trail history lesson.

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@yvonnemiranda2918]

Hi Tristan...that was an awesome beautiful place.. thanks for your amazing videos..be safe out there 😊

[@darrylmoffett8323]

The craters and the springs were amazing. Drive safe and have fun. 🇺🇸

[@mikestone9839]

I like the strict planning... " I changed my mind " LOL Best to go with the flow.

[@SUVRVing]

The benefits of having daylight and being on your own!

[@admirableawesome2317]

wow. thanks for taking us along with you!

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks for watching!

[@virginiaallen4723]

Idaho is beautiful. My parents grew up there. Thank you for sharing this area.

[@kristinegoodman7534]

This place is always crowded now. You are super lucky to have had it to yourself.

[@cynthiahowell4172]

Thanks so much what an interesting trip. Box Canyon is definitely worth seeing, absolutely fabulous.

[@cindythecatwoman1601]

Thanks for sharing about what happened on the Oregon Trail. I'm a big history buff and can't imagine what it was like back than. We are so lucky and blessed today. The canyon and the river was really too. Thanks for letting me come with you.

[@wildzenventures]

Absolutely stunning footage! Looking forward to seeing the rest of this trip!

[@maryhill909]

So nice, Idaho is beautiful. Use to go there for rafting. So much fun.

[@Terraducky]

My list of places to visit get longer with each of your fab videos! So well done! Have a great holiday ramble! Can't wait for the next adventure!

[@erindunebuggy9772]

Woa, headwaters of the Snake.....Totally awsome Tristan. Have been up on Mt Emily last week near the area above Brookings that you checked out previously. Fished the Winchuck.....a little slice of heaven. Love your work, keep it rolling And the Golden Trout episode was epic! Thanks 😎

[@karimatthewsnc7838]

Yes!! One of my favorite places…. Used to go there every few weeks! Awesome in every season! And great idea to bring along the kayak! We’ve only ever done box canyon and blue heart in separate trips.

[@jeffMinnesota952]

Nice. That spring unexpected. I wonder if you could snorkle down it, Cautiously. Beautiful and interesting. Liked the floating and the droning. Thanks for sharing...

[@aidaovasapyan9951]

Wow wow how beautiful places you are going .we enjoy a lot all your programs it’s amazing , helooo from California ,

[@kaykaykayak9368]

That water was unbelievable clear!! And beautiful!! You know it’s clear when you can see your kayak shadow on the bottom of the cove. The whole video was interesting. Love stories of the Oregon trail. Oregon trail was the first computer game I ever played, probably before you were born, in the 80’s sure has changed a lot since then with a 64 bit computer with the yellow or green screen.

[@mikemanjo2458]

It's really pretty, but I bet that water is FREEZING! Thanks for bringing us along with you. Jane in SC ❤️ 🙏

[@llorylloyd]

The springs are absolutely beautiful. What a treasure. Could you drink the spring water as is? The carp looked so peaceful. Info about the Oregon crossing, volcano craters lots of interesting info. Thanks for another great and exciting video. Safe travels 💕

[@gaylepryor9927]

Super day. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@isabelmendi3973]

Hi, I really liked, how clear and turquoise the water was. Thank you for going out of the way, to bring, awareness of these beautiful places.

[@donmccormick4034]

We use pullout to boondock overnight several times. Even used one for about a week and a half south east of Bigfoot. No knocks on the door there...

[@johnd746]

The water was awesome. I especially enjoyed the view under the water.

[@sandraashley6612]

Loved the whole thing! Enjoyed seeing you kayak to the spring-fed cove (I just got an inexpensive inflatable kayak last year and have been loving it)! I have a passion for historic overland trail sights so really liked seeing that. And the craters were cool!

[@michaelsonleitner5724]

Thanks Tristan for another great video! In a couple of weeks we’re spending 3 days in southern Idaho after Grand Teton and before Arches. You gave us a couple more items to check into and we appreciate it. Safe travels!

[@turkey4957]

There’s very few cool things in southern Idaho and they’re very out of the way, I’d put extra time to Wyoming or Utah

[@bethcook1576]

One of your best. Really enjoyed the springs and Islands

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Beth!

[@freedomdove]

Idaho is beautiful. I wish I would have had time to explore it when I was there. Thanks for sharing, Tristan. 🙂

[@hendersonhiking9597]

I love it hahaha we are always one step behind you! I had this placed marked on google when we were in Hagerman ID but ran out of time. Thanks it's now back on the list 😁

[@3generations393]

Simply spectacular looking water. Thank you so very much Tristan 👍🤗

[@pleinaire8698]

We loved our foree into Idaho.southern, central and northern..My fav spot was Stanley Idaho.!! romantic for my husband's and my 35 wedding Anniversary.

[@SL_BA]

I have never thought of anything but potatoes when I thought of Idaho...lol... until the last few years. A little more research and fascinating videos like this have shown me different. Idaho is a little farther down the to-explore list...but Box Canyon is now on there 😁 Thanks for sharing one of your favorites of Idaho.

[@stevenrobertson4470]

26:30 looks just like Teletubby Land! Very nice video!

[@debiebrumley3104]

Thank you so much again a place I may never get to see in person but felt like I was there so thank you !!

[@gonagain]

Thanks, Tristan, we enjoyed that a lot!

[@dreed1058]

Gorgeous!! Thanks so much for sharing, love the pack raft!! Very cool...

[@cherylmiller-day5932]

Heading to Idaho in July/August . This Box Canyon is WOW. Looking forward to the next video.

[@michaeltichonuk2176]

The Drone view of that bay... Outstanding!

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks Michael!

[@natureali]

Great birding along the river.

[@djd1269]

We are moving to Meridian this month and I can’t wait to see your next video!

[@idahoverland_208]

Great video! I’ve rappelled into and got into more poison ivy & stinging nettle than I can count in box canyon, before it became a state park. I need to checkout your other YT channel because we couldn’t cast into the springs without catching a fish, probably because of the fishery across the river. I’m also impressed by your crater visit. That is a rough trail, even in a 4Runner.

[@joansidor5191]

Tristan.... You've saved me a LOT of money on travel. Your videos are so good. Lol Armchair traveler... J

[@StereoSpace]

I saw a video a few years back of people scuba diving in this area, and they described the enormous aquifer that is stored in the Snake River Plain basalts.

[@dorothypinckney885]

Very cool stuff. Really enjoy your videos.