Horse racing is quite a popular sport in the United States, but the growth of the sport and its current popularity are not the same in every state. Why? Well, for a couple of reasons, the biggest one being the legalization of pari-mutuel betting. Some states shined a green light for betting on horse racing, while others are still in the grey area. Idaho, known for its potatoes, awesome road trips, and… horse racing tracks? You bet! Surely it might not create the same enthusiasm as the Kentucky Derby odds by TwinSpires, but they still have some interesting races and events. If you’re looking to spice up your usual Idaho itinerary of scenic hikes and potato museum tours, why not trot over to some of the state’s best horse racing tracks? Let’s gallop through this guide, shall we? History of Horse Racing in Idaho The Idaho State Racing Commission (SRC) regulates racing in Idaho. The Horse Racing Act of 1963 was passed, allowing for pari-mutuel betting. Idaho allows parimutuel betting on horse and dog racing, both live and simulcast. There are racetracks and county fairgrounds that feature live horse racing. Horse racing law was initially enacted in 1957, but was rejected by the Governor.…