Cities of Idaho
Idaho lies in the northwestern United States, in the Rocky Mountains. Its capital and largest city is Boise. On this map you fly across the state and learn where places like Meridian, Nampa, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls and Coeur d'Alene are located.
Idaho is a mountainous state full of rivers. The Snake River winds right across the south, and you also find the Salmon River, the Clearwater River and the Payette River. Its highest peak is Borah Peak, surrounded by ranges such as the Sawtooth Range and the Bitterroot Range. Many of the larger places sit in the southwest around Boise, while cities like Lewiston and Moscow lie in the north.
Hop in the helicopter and find every place in Idaho at your own pace. With Toponauts you learn the map as you fly — a fun, free way for kids and grown-ups to place the state with confidence.
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What is the capital of Idaho?
The capital of Idaho is Boise, in the southwest of the state. Boise is also the largest city and the administrative and economic centre of Idaho. It sits on the Boise River at the edge of the mountains, and most of the state's residents live in the wider Boise area.
What is the largest city in Idaho?
The largest city in Idaho is Boise, which is also the capital. Around it lie fast-growing places such as Meridian, Nampa and Caldwell. In other parts of the state you find cities like Idaho Falls and Pocatello in the east and Coeur d'Alene in the north.
What is a striking geographic feature of Idaho?
Idaho is a mountainous state in the Rocky Mountains, cut through by rivers. The Snake River flows across the south, while the Salmon River and Clearwater River cross the rugged interior. Borah Peak is the highest summit, surrounded by ranges such as the Sawtooth Range and the Bitterroot Range.
What is the best way to learn the cities of Idaho?
The best way to learn the cities of Idaho is by playing, with Toponauts. You fly a helicopter over the state and place towns like Boise, Twin Falls and Coeur d'Alene on the map yourself. That way you remember where everything is at your own pace — completely free for kids and grown-ups.