Hotels in Wallace

Stand at Wallace's famous manhole cover and officially declare yourself at the Center of the Universe. Locals embrace this quirky 2004 designation with signs showing their proximity to this cosmic spot.

Hike through history on this trail commemorating ranger Ed Pulaski, who saved his crew during the Great Fire of 1910. Interpretive signs lead to the restored mine tunnel where they sheltered from the flames.

Step back in time at the Oasis Bordello Museum, where rooms frozen since 1988 reveal Wallace's mining-era secrets. The guided tour shows everything from personal items to magazines exactly as the women left them.

Step inside a restored 1901 château-style depot where railroad history comes alive through interactive exhibits and artifacts. Don't miss the replica agent's office with its 1908 candlestick telephone and vintage safe.

Squeezed into a narrow canyon, Burke Ghost Town's buildings were ingeniously built over railroad tracks and a creek. Explore abandoned mining structures of this once-thriving Idaho community.

This alpine gem offers crystal-clear waters perfect for catching cutthroat trout after a moderate forest hike. Pack plenty of water and insect repellent—there are no facilities at this tranquil wilderness lake.

If visiting museums in Wallace are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Wallace District Mining Museum, located in the heart of town. If you want to see more of the museums in Wallace, you can easily walk to Oasis Bordello Museum or Northern Pacific Depot Railroad Museum.

This quaint downtown park marks where the grand Samuels Hotel once stood in historic Wallace. Combine your visit with a walking tour of the town's preserved architecture for a glimpse into Idaho's mining heritage.