Challis is a community of local business owners and supporters. Nestled next to the Salmon-Challis National Forest, our scenery is breathtaking, as well as rugged! You will find prime wilderness, including some of the top wilderness areas within the continental United States. Our community may be small, however, it is very welcoming! At nearly 1,000 residents, we are the seat of Custer County. Our community has a thriving economy due to our support, and commitment to core industries such as ranching, farming, mining, logging, and recreation. Come for a visit, and stay for a while; experience true Idaho hospitality!

Here, at the City of Challis, we take pride in educating our community about city government, as well as encouraging them to participate in the process. Educated citizens are better prepared, informed regarding their community, and can help propel a community forward in the most efficient, productive, and cost effective manner. No door should be closed; rather, we encourage everyone’s voice to be heard. Whether you are a visitor, or a member of the community, your words matter to us. Please, share your thoughts, as well as ideas with us; participate more in our local community!