10/11/2025
We just saw this article about Cascade! Wow... It's in WorldAtlas.com Only chose 2 towns in Idaho!
"Cascade defines natural tranquility in the west-central part of the state. Nodding at the range with its name and the Payette River through the heart, the area within Lake Cascade State Park and the town on the lake's southeastern shore turn a violent shade of fall foliage stark against the vast freshwater. Many enjoy doorstep access to boating and trekking around the lake, plus ice fishing in the winter. The imposing Payette National Forest to the north and the West Mountains to the west expand your adventures. Drowning in nature just off State Highway 55, the overlooked town is happy to welcome families, leaf peepers, and waterfront enthusiasts alike, with sunny shores, village greens, and popular eateries like Gramma's Restaurant.
Being dependent on tourism, some 75 miles north of Boise, the remoteness plays in favor of this small town, an ideal retreat for solitude seekers and explorers through Idaho’s picturesque landscape. Home to roughly 1,016 locals, its popular Van Wyck Campground and Ridgeview Campground are set to receive new and returning visitors along the lakefront trails. Enjoy easy access to Cascade Dam and Crown Point Trailhead just north, plus the nearby forest trails with bear sightings and songbirds for real seclusion amid intense natural scenery. From local businesses to a playground at Armstrong Park, Kelly's Whitewater Park is just a riverside stroll from the town's shops, eateries, and more comfortable accommodations. " https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-secluded-towns-in-the-pacific-northwest-2025.html
