May sits along Highway 28 in the wide Pahsimeroi Valley, roughly midway between Salmon and Challis in Lemhi County. Here, open range, big peaks, and clear night skies shape daily life, whether you ranch, telecommute, or plan weekend adventures. Residents prize the unhurried pace, neighborly connections, and the kind of silence you find where pavement gives way to gravel.
Trailheads and blue-ribbon water are close at hand. The surrounding Salmon-Challis National Forest offers miles of hiking, OHV routes, and backcountry camps. Anglers and hunters look to the Idaho Fish and Game Salmon Region for seasons and access updates. History buffs explore boomtown stories at Land of the Yankee Fork State Park, while the Lewis and Clark Back Country Byway traces a storied route across nearby passes. In town and at the Sacajawea Center, programs highlight Lemhi Shoshone heritage. For a memorable day trip, surreal lava flows at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve are within striking distance.
Families typically connect with School District 291 or Joint School District 181, appreciated for small classes, spirited athletics, and practical CTE offerings, while local services and outfitters keep everyday needs covered.
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