Here Are 17 Stunning Sunsets In Idaho That Would Blow Anyone Away

There are an immeasurable number of ways to experience the beauty of Idaho. But there is nothing quite like a breathtaking rural sunset in the Gem State to remind you that you live in the GREATEST state in the country.

While the setting sun is no doubt something that is best experienced in person, these photos do an incredible job of capturing the expansive and diverse landscape of our gorgeous home state from every angle and scenic point possible. From the mountains to the beach and everywhere in between, an Idaho sunset cannot be beat!

1. Southern Idaho

The beginning of the end.

2. McCall

Payette Lake makes for a picturesque scene of silhouettes.

3. "Sunsets and Sun Valley"

The setting sun in Central Idaho is just as lovely as the landscape itself.

4. Northern Idaho

Lake Pend Oreille has seen millions of lovely sunsets, but this one is simply serene.

5. Jerome

Bold and beautiful is how Southern Idaho does it best.

6. Twin Falls

The sky is exploding with all the colors of the wind in this incredible shot.

7. Canyon County

I've never seen the Nampa sky "pour" out a rainbow like this before!

8. Nampa

I love how the clouds are lit from below by the glow of the setting sun.

9. "Somewhere in Idaho"

As the darkness rolls in, the landscape is consumed in with the quiet of nightfall.

10. Nampa

This photo looks straight out of The Lion King.

11. Lower Salmon River

One of Idaho's most scenic rivers is just as fantastic in the bold, fuchsia hues of the descending sun.

12. Urban Canyon County

Even these silhouetted power lines show the beauty of Idaho in their own way.

13. Thomas Junction

The sun is a near-perfect orb against the horizon in this photo... stunning!

14. Rexburg

The Southern Idaho sky almost appears to be on fire here.

15. Lewiston

What a wonderful heaven-sent glow in this photo!

16. An autumn sunset

Just as darkness finally rolls in...

17. Appleton

...there is one last flare of light before ebony descends upon the horizon.

This article highlighting Idaho in all its glory would not be possible without the generous artists who make their work available for everyone to view and use. These talented photographers are dedicated to reflecting pride in our state through their photography, and we're incredibly grateful for the reminder!

Moving forward, I'd love for this to be a recurring series; after all, no two sunsets are alike. So please keep sharing your wonderful photos! What a beautiful state we live in!