1962 Idaho gubernatorial election
The 1962 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 6; incumbent Republican Robert E. Smylie defeated Democratic nominee Vernon K. Smith with over 54.6% of the vote to win a third term as governor.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 5, 1962.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Vernon K. Smith, Boise attorney
- Charles Herndon, Salmon attorney
- John G. Walters, Boise, former state land commissioner
- Howard D. Hechtner, Lapwai state senator
- Conley E. Ward, Marsing schoolteacher
- Clarence H. Higer, Emmett state legislator
Republican primary
Candidates
- Robert E. Smylie, two-term incumbent governor
- Elvin A. Lindquist, Blackfoot mayor
- George L. Crookham, Caldwell state legislator