Tagged: Idaho

According to citypopulationreview, Idaho is a beautiful state located in the northwestern United States, bordered by Montana to the east, Wyoming to the east and south, Utah to the south, and Washington and Oregon to the west. The state has a diverse landscape with mountains, rivers, lakes and forests that make it an ideal destination for outdoor activities. The climate of Idaho varies depending on location. Most of the state experiences four distinct seasons with mild winters and warm summers. In southern Idaho temperatures can reach up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit during summer months while northern Idaho enjoys cooler temperatures year-round due to its higher elevation. Idaho is home to numerous attractions both natural and manmade. Yellowstone National Park is one of the most popular destinations in Idaho along with Grand Teton National Park, both located in northern Idaho near the border of Wyoming. Other popular attractions include Hells Canyon National Recreation Area in eastern Idaho as well as Craters of the Moon National Monument in central Idaho. In addition to its many attractions, visitors can also enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or fishing in one of its many parks or rivers. For those looking for a more relaxed experience, there are plenty of hot springs or spa resorts scattered throughout the state where visitors can enjoy therapeutic treatments or simply relax in nature’s beauty. With its stunning scenery and numerous attractions both natural and manmade, it’s no wonder why so many people visit Idaho each year. According to allcitycodes, Idaho is the 43rd state to join the United States and is served by two area codes. The original area code for Idaho was 208, which was established in 1947 and served the entire state until 2017. In 2017, an additional area code 986 was introduced to serve the northern part of Idaho while the remainder of the state retained 208. Both area codes are used for both local and long distance calling throughout Idaho as well as other parts of North America depending on your carrier service provider. For example, people living in Boise will use either 208 or 986 when making local calls while those living in Coeur d’Alene will use 208 when dialing locally within their city limits. Similarly, people living in Twin Falls will use 986 for local calling while those living in Pocatello will use 208 for local calls within their city limits. Additionally, both area codes are used for long distance calling throughout Idaho as well as other parts of North America depending on your carrier service provider.