Idaho

Idaho is a state in the northwestern United States. It is famous for growing more potatoes than any other state. Idaho has tall mountains, deep canyons, and wild rivers. Many people visit Idaho to enjoy hiking, skiing, and fishing.

Land and People

About 2 million people live in Idaho. The capital and largest city is Boise. The Rocky Mountains run through the center of the state. Hells Canyon on the Snake River is the deepest canyon in North America.

Culture and Fun Facts

Idaho grows about one-third of all the potatoes in the United States. The state has many ski resorts, including the famous Sun Valley. Idaho is also home to the Craters of the Moon, a strange landscape that looks like the surface of the moon. The state bird is the mountain bluebird.

Fun Facts

• Idaho grows about 13 billion pounds of potatoes every year.
• Hells Canyon in Idaho is deeper than the Grand Canyon.
• The world's first nuclear power plant to make electricity was built in Idaho in 1951.

Did You Know?

Idaho license plates say 'Famous Potatoes' on them because the state is so well known for growing this popular vegetable.