Idaho is a great Tourism state. We have beautiful mountains throughout Idaho, and the longest river to run through the state.
In the Salmon area we have the Sacajawea Scenic Byway which starts at the intersection of Interstate 15 and Idaho 33 at exit 143. The route follows Idaho 33 for 12 miles west to its junction with Idaho 28, then it follows 28 northwest for 120 miles to Salmon. This byway is available year round. Summer months are easier travel, while the autumn colors are best to view in late September through October.
The Salmon River Scenic Byway starts at the Montana state line and continues south on U.S. 93 to Challis, then west to Stanley, Idaho. Best time to see the Salmon River Scenic Byway is April through November. The best time to see the backcountry is July to October.
Corridor Management Plan
The CPM is a written plan by the communities along the scenic byway. It outlines how to protect and enhance the byway’s intrinsic qualities and character that defines their byway.
In most states, and the National Scenic Byway Program, they require corridor management plans (CMP) for scenic byways. CMPs are flexible; community based “living documents” that outline strategies, goals, and responsibilities for preserving and promoting the byway. Issues such as: tourism development, historic and natural preservation, roadway safety, and economic development are what CMPs typically address.
These plans are designed to change with the community and respond to new proposals and developments along the byway corridor. They are now often guided by the “14 point plan” recommended by the National Scenic Byways Program.