Many incredible athletes call the Gem State home, including the well-known Picabo Street, an American Olympic athlete and former World Cup alpine ski racer. While many know Picabo for her ability on skis, many Idahoans don’t realize that her hometown is an itty-bitty community in central Idaho. In fact, Picabo is from the small town of Triumph — a community that many people have never heard of or even know exists.
Triumph is actually not even a small town but it is an unincorporated community approximately 12 miles north of Hailey. It sits right along the East Fork of the Big Wood River.
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This area was discovered in the late 1880s and has quite a history.
Matthew.kowal/Wikimedia Commons In 1881, Triumph was the location of the Triumph Mine. Here, lead, silver, and zinc were all mined. During World War II, the mine hit its peak and it even held the world record for its zinc production.
In 1971, Picabo Street was born and lived in the small town of Triumph. She has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals including winning the super G at the 1998 Winter Olympics. Picaboo learned how to ski and race at the nearby Sun Valley Resort.
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If you plan to visit the small town of Triumph, spend some time simply driving around. You’ll see old abandoned buildings and structures that will take you back in time.
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Unfortunately, there isn’t too much to do in the town of Triumph itself, but just a short drive away is an outdoor lover’s paradise. You can fish or spend time next to the East Fork Wood River. There are also dozens of hiking trails and several campgrounds in the area, so you can easily escape into nature.
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If you want to enjoy some time in the city, head to Ketchum. Here, no matter what type of food you are craving, you’ll find a restaurant to satisfy your taste buds.
Loren Lombard / EyeEm Via Getty Images In fact, Ketchum has been named a secret foodie’s paradise and we couldn’t agree more.
Approximately seven miles outside of Triumph is the Sawtooth Botanical Garden.
Sawtooth Botanical Garden/Facebook This is a high-altitude garden with hundreds of plants for you to enjoy, learn about, and admire. There are multiple garden spaces to walk through and various garden events and classes you can enjoy as well.
Of course, Triumph is also just a short drive from the popular Sun Valley Resort.
christiannafzger/iStock Via Getty Images Plus During the winter, you can ski, snowboard, or even just relax in the lodge. In the summer, Sun Valley Resort comes alive with hikers, mountain bikers, and those who are looking for an outdoor escape.
Triumph, Idaho may certainly be small and not offer tons of activities, but it is still a town that many Idahoans should know about. It is one area where an incredible American athlete was born and raised.
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In 1881, Triumph was the location of the Triumph Mine. Here, lead, silver, and zinc were all mined. During World War II, the mine hit its peak and it even held the world record for its zinc production.
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Loren Lombard / EyeEm Via Getty Images
In fact, Ketchum has been named a secret foodie’s paradise and we couldn’t agree more.
Sawtooth Botanical Garden/Facebook
This is a high-altitude garden with hundreds of plants for you to enjoy, learn about, and admire. There are multiple garden spaces to walk through and various garden events and classes you can enjoy as well.
christiannafzger/iStock Via Getty Images Plus
During the winter, you can ski, snowboard, or even just relax in the lodge. In the summer, Sun Valley Resort comes alive with hikers, mountain bikers, and those who are looking for an outdoor escape.
Have you ever been to Triumph? Did you know about this small community? What other famous individuals grew up in Idaho? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
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Address: Triumph, ID 83333, USA
