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Salmon-Bitterroot Country

High in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho and Montana, this winding drive tours sharp-edged peaks and swift rivers.

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Length: About 250 miles.

When to go: Driving conditions are best in summer; winters are cold and snowy, especially at higher elevations.

Nearby attractions: Painted Rocks State Park, with camping and watersports, southwest of Hamilton, MT, on Rte. 473. Lake Como, nestled in a valley to the west of Darby, MT, on Como Rd.

Further information: Idaho Travel Council, 700 West State St., Boise, ID 83720; tel. 800-635-7820, www.visitidaho.org.

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