Last summer, I ventured into one of the most remote and wild places in the U.S.—the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness in Idaho. This vast, rugged landscape is known as the largest contiguous wilderness area in the lower 48 states, and it truly felt like stepping into the unknown.
The trails were untouched, winding through dense forests, along steep cliffs, and beside the Salmon River, which roared below. As I rode along horseback, the silence was profound, broken only by the sounds of the river and occasional wildlife sightings. I passed by towering granite peaks, and at one point, I glimpsed a golden eagle soaring overhead—a reminder of just how wild this place still is.
It was a journey that felt as if I had stepped into a forgotten corner of the Earth, far from the modern world, surrounded by untamed nature at its finest.
Have you ever explored a hidden wilderness like this? Tell me about your own wild adventure!