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When you fi rst venture into eastern Idaho, you’ll notice the broad valley that stretches between the famous Teton Mountains on the east and the majestic Lemhi Range on the west. That open space surrounding the winding Snake River is the heart of production of Idaho’s most famous product—the Idaho potato. But it’s the nearby mountains that give this part of the state its scenic character. East- ern Idaho is a land where the snowcapped peaks of the Grand Tetons feed thundering waterfalls, glistening lakes, and free- fl owing rivers. It is a place where elk and moose graze lazily in the grasslands, a spot where you can watch wild swans fl y and eagles soar. It is an accessible area that, to this day, remains uncompromised. Eastern Idaho has always attracted adven- turers. As a neighbor to the Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, it shares much of the same spectacular beauty and awesome adventure… but without the crowds.

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Idaho Falls the Eagle Rock Art Museum, and the newest museum—The Art Museum of Idaho Falls, once known as Eagle Rock, Eastern Idaho—for a complete cultural is the hub of eastern Idaho and the re- experience. Theater-goers will enjoy gion’s largest city, so it’s a good place productions at the Colonial Theater, the to consider staying as you explore the Actors Repertory Theatre of Idaho, and beauty around you. The Snake River independent cinema at The Centre The- runs through Idaho Falls and is paral- ater. Adding to the blend are art galler- leled with a popular greenbelt. On the ies featuring glass and ceramics, dance St. Anthony Sand Dunes east side you’ll notice one of the city’s studios, and the Idaho Falls Library. For landmark buildings—the impressive the kids, there’s the Tautphaus Park LDS Temple. On the opposite shore Zoo, home to over 300 animals from you’ll fi nd Idaho Falls’ hotel row. In over six continents. between are the man-made falls on the Snake River, which give the city From Idaho Falls, you’ll have many its name. tempting choices to explore. Hwy 26 will take you along the South Fork of the Downtown Idaho Falls is encircled by Snake River—popular for drift boat fi sh- beautifully landscaped neighborhoods, ing—toward the Teton Scenic Byway and over 1,200 acres of parks, four golf into the shadow of the towering Grand courses, and an indoor aquatic cen- Teton Mountains. Go north on Hwy 20 ter. Be sure to see the inspiring Idaho through the communities of Rexburg, Vietnam Memorial along the river, off Ashton, and Island Park, and then on to Fremont Street. Idaho Falls is emerg- Yellowstone National Park. Head west ing as a cultural mecca for the region on Hwy 20 toward the Idaho National with the outstanding, 135,000 square Laboratory to see the historical site foot Museum of Idaho, which pres- of EBR-1, America’s fi rst experimental ents traveling exhibits and Idaho Falls breeder reactor. Interstate 15 continues history. Visit the Willard Arts Center, from eastern Idaho over Monida Pass Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 98

Vietnam Memorial, Idaho Falls « www.visitidaho.org » into Montana, passing through Dubois through wildlife preserve where you and Spencer along the way. Spencer is can see grizzly bears, black bears, gray the only place in North America where wolves, and many other species in a South Fork of Snake River opals are plentiful enough to mine natural, open setting spring through commercially. Several opal mines are fall. Guided tours are available and a open spring through fall, and visitors gift shop offers bear and wildlife items. can search for gems themselves or just This is a must for anyone with children browse in the gift shops. in the car. Rigby & Rexburg About half an hour north of Idaho Falls sits the pleasant community of Rex- If you are heading to Yellowstone burg, rebuilt after a devastating fl ood National Park, take some time to in 1976. The newly-constructed Teton stop along the way in Rigby and learn Dam had burst, pouring billions of gal- about the invention of television at the lons of water through town. The Teton Farnsworth TV and Pioneer Museum, Flood Museum details the tragedy and which houses over 14,000 square-feet the citizens’ reactions to it, and also of pre-electric and early electric-era displays pioneer relics and an extensive exhibitions. The museum honors former opal and agate collection. To see the resident and inventor of the fi rst televi- remains of the dam, follow Hwy 33 to sion picture tube, Philo T. Farnsworth. Newdale and watch for road signs. Whether you’re going to the national Rexburg is also home to the Interna- « The South Fork of the Snake River » parks or not, be sure to stop by Yel- tional Dance and Music Festival held lowstone Bear World, fi ve miles south each summer on the campus of BYU- of Rexburg. It’s the area’s only drive- Idaho. Hundreds of dancers from ten countries come to Idaho to perform, Bear World share their cultural heritage, and expe- rience the best of America. Free events Photo Caption include opening and closing ceremo- nies, street dances, and a parade and fi reworks, while ticketed events include the indoor dance performances. For fun in the sun and sand, check out St. Anthony Sand Dunes, just north of Idaho Falls Rexburg and St. Anthony. These dunes consist of 11,000 acres of clear, shifting, white quartz sand. The area is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, which allows ATV use. If off-roading is your favorite diversion, this attraction cannot be missed.

Idaho International Dance Festival « Largest City

Idaho Falls Idaho Falls Population – 55,312

« Regional Climate

inFo Summer Average High – 85° Winter Average High – 37° Annual Precipitation – 22”

« Elevation Highest – 10,740’ {Tyler Peak} Lowest – 4,615’ {Snake River}

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A « Fort Henry Historic Byway + C « Teton Scenic Byway Lost Gold Trails Loop Wander over Pine Creek Pass through the In 1810, an early white settlement was established by lush rolling farmland of eastern Idaho— Andrew Henry near St. Anthony. Today, this 81-mile land of the famous potatoes—to the ranch- route, best traveled between mid-April and November, land of the Teton Valley on this 69-mile takes you past herds of deer and elk and on through byway. Along the way, the Grand Tetons game bird habitat on the way to the Fort Henry will peek out from beyond the foothills and Monument. A 48-mile side loop through Spencer and draw you in for a closer look. Dubois commemorates the area’s mining trails and D offers opportunities to visit opal mines. « Sacajawea Historic Byway This 132-mile scenic drive across Hwy. 28 B « Mesa Falls Scenic Byway from eastern Idaho through the Lemhi From this 29-mile byway in the Targhee National Valley to Salmon offers a glimpse into the Forest near Ashton, you can hear the thunder of both historical legacy of Sacajawea and the Lower and Upper Mesa Falls, two of the last undis- Lemhi-Shoshone tribe. At Tendoy, consider turbed waterfalls of consequence in the West, on the driving up to Lemhi Pass. Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. Trails, board- walks, viewing platforms, plentiful parking, and accessible restrooms enhance the experience « Find suggested itineraries at Upper Mesa Falls. 87 20 online at visitidaho.org

Henrys Lake 15 Henrys Lake State Park Buffalo River Harriman State Park Island Park Camas Creek A Island Mesa Falls Spencer Fort Henrys Park Res. Scenic Byway Historic Byway Henrys B Fork 47 Falls River

Dubois A Lost Gold Ashton Teton Scenic Trails Loop Byway Sacajawea C D Historic Byway 22 32 St. Anthony Teton River 28 33 Rexburg Tetonia Mud Lake 33 Teton Valley Driggs Grand Targhee 33 20 Mud Lake Victor Rigby Ririe Snake River 31 22

26 Jackson Hole Ririe 20 Reservoir Swan Valley Idaho Falls 26

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Grays Lake Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 100 « Enjoy our roadside distractions » « www.idahobyways.gov » ScenIcdRIveS « Your happy place is now accepting reservations » Island Park This rustic resort area is actually the Named for explorer Major Andrew world’s largest caldera, 23 miles in Henry, the state park is open in summer diameter, created from a volcano that and fall for anglers to fi sh for Cutthroat, Henry’s Fork collapsed in prehistoric times. Now Brook, and Rainbow-Cutthroat hybrid Elk carpeted in wildfl owers and dense trout. The park features 45 campsites, pine forests, it is popular for hiking camping cabins, and a modern fi sh- and fi shing in the summer and Nordic cleaning station near the boat ramp. skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. The Henry’s Fork of the Snake River Teton Valley is a stretch of clear mountain water The communities of Driggs, Tetonia, acclaimed by fl y-fi shing enthusiasts as and Victor comprise the less crowded, the best trout fi shing stream in the U.S. more comfortable side of the Teton Curtailed here to form the 7,000-acre Mountains, just west of Jackson Hole. Island Park Reservoir, it is popular with The valley is a rural agricultural area both anglers and boaters. One source perched at 6,109 feet in elevation, with of the Henry’s Fork is Big Springs, outstanding outdoor recreation in both where 120 million gallons of water summer and winter. Hospitable resorts, Falls Creek bubble up into the river each day. The hotels, guest ranches, and bed & Big Springs Nature Trail, six miles north breakfast inns can be found throughout of the Island Park Ranger Station, is a the area. You can experience the beauty half-mile, handicap-accessible trail that and recreational activities of the Tetons provides great viewing of osprey, bald on your own or with an outfi tter who eagles, and waterfowl, and an occa- will give you a personal insight into this sional moose, deer, or muskrat. glorious country. The Henry’s Fork then winds through If you’re here in the summer, plan to the meadows of Harriman State Park. fi sh on the Teton River, hike in the Also known as the Railroad Ranch, this mountains, play golf at Teton Springs, property was deeded to the people of or go on a trail ride. In the winter, Teton Idaho by former owners Roland and Valley is transformed into a magical Averill Harriman of the Union Pacifi c white paradise. Abundant snow makes Railroad. Guided tours of the ranch for fantastic alpine and Nordic skiing are available in the summer. Yurts and and snowmobiling. Some of the best the former ranch manager’s house are powder snow on the planet can be available for rent. You can hike, fi sh, found at Grand Targhee Resort, just cycle, ride the park’s trails on horse- outside of Driggs in Alta, Wyoming. back, or simply observe the wildlife that Grand Targhee offers astounding views abounds in the park. of the Tetons and a variety of winter and A most rewarding side trip en route to summer activities. Island Park is the Mesa Falls Scenic This historical rendezvous area, once Byway. At Ashton, turn onto Hwy 47 called “Pierre’s Hole” by fur trappers, and slowly descend into an unexpected Teton Valley has two museums to explore: The Teton canyon. Lower Mesa Falls is 65’ high Valley Museum on Hwy 33 and the War- and can be viewed from an observation birds Museum at the Driggs airport. point high above the falls. Stunning Up- per Mesa Falls plunges 114 feet and has If you use eastern Idaho as a base, you a network of viewing platforms as well can explore both Yellowstone and Teton as a visitor center. National Parks, plus enjoy the quiet and solitude of one of America’s most scenic Located just 15 miles west of Yellow- mountain ranges. stone National Park, Henry’s Lake is the kind of place fi shermen dream about. Island Park

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Eastern

Each of the towns between Idaho Falls and Yellowstone National Park feature golf courses in beautiful settings. Be sure to play in Teton Valley, where you’ll be challenged with the courses and awed by the scenery.

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« Where even the greens are greener. »

« Ashton « Island Park « St. Anthony Aspen Acres Golf Course & RV Park Island Park Village Golf Course Fremont County Golf Course 18 holes; 208 652-3524; F: 208 652-3698; 9 holes; 208 558-7502; F: 208 558-7450 9 holes, driving range; 208 624-7074 www.aspenacresrvpark.com « Rexburg « Teton Valley Timberline Golf Club 9 holes, driving range; 208 652-3219; Rexburg Golf Course Targhee Village Golf Course www.timberlinegolfresort.com 9 holes; 208 359-3037 9 holes, 2 practice holes, driving range; Teton Lakes Golf Course 208 354-8577; www.targheevillage.com « Idaho Falls 27 holes, driving range; 208 359-3036; Teton Reserve Pinecrest Golf Course www.tetonlakes.gc.com 208 456-2374; F: 208 361-5238; 8 holes, short practice range; www.tetonreserve.com « Rigby 208 612-8485; F: 208 612-8113 Teton Springs Golf Course Sage Lakes Municipal Golf Course Heise Hills Golf Club 18 holes; 888 761-7829 or 208 787-8008; 18 holes, driving range; 208 612-8535 9 holes; 208 538-7327; F: 208 787-8071; tetonspringsresort.com www.heiseexpeditions.com Sandcreek Municipal Golf Club The Links 18 holes, driving range; 208 529-1115 18 holes; 208 456-2374; F; 208 456-0023; www.golfi ngthelinks.com Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 102 www.idahogolftrail.com gOLf Teton Valley

Teton Valley Summer Festival

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Eastern Idaho encompasses wide-open spaces with breath- taking natural wonders and an engaging cultural scene.

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« More events than you can shake a corn dog at »

» The Idaho Falls Cultural District miss the Mountain Brewers Beer along the beautiful Snake River offers Festival, the premier beer event in the « Where even the greens are greener. » museums, a repertory theatre, and Northern Rockies with more than 80 glass and ceramic workshops. The breweries. For a tasty treat, head to outstanding Museum of Idaho in the Victor Emporium in Teton Valley downtown Idaho Falls offers nation- for one of their famous huckleberry ally acclaimed traveling exhibits and shakes. permanent displays of area history. » Have you been to a classic drive-in The Eagle Rock Art Museum high- theater recently? Spend a lazy sum- lights the work of its four founding mer evening at the old-fashioned members along with other local Spud Drive-In Theatre. You can’t miss artists. Each summer, the museum this valley landmark, with its vintage brings it all outdoors for a Sidewalk truck out front hauling the biggest Art Festival. The Collectors Corner potato you’ve ever seen. Films play Museum has something of interest after dark all summer long. for everyone, including dolls, bears, antiques, trains, coins, stamps, and » The Idaho International Dance and military memorabilia. Music Festival—an annual tradition since 1986—kicks up its heels each » Sit back and enjoy the sounds of the August in Rexburg. With both free and season at the Teton Valley Summer ticketed events available, this is an Festival, a three-day event in Teton unparalleled production in which per- Valley which features balloon rides, formers share their culture through games, a 4th of July parade, rodeo music and dance. action, bike races, a fi ddler’s contest, and a craft and antique fair. For complete event listings visit: www.visitidaho.org » Hungry for some amazing cuisine? For great international fl avors, stop by Rutabaga’s in Idaho Falls, a quaint restaurant on the river offering de- lightful cultural favorites paired with exquisite wines. In early June, don’t ArTs, cULtuRE & eVeNtS Regional Information Three Rivers Ranch; 7 Cabins; 4 Rooms; Dubois Eastern 208 652-3750; Cell: 208 354-1200; www. Yellowstone Teton Territory; 127 E Main threeriversranch.com; Open All Year Lodging St, Rexburg, 83440; 800 634-3246, F: 208 356-5799, yellowstoneteton.org Hotels & Motels Crossroads Motel; 273 S Reynolds, Dubois, 83423; 208 374-5258; F: 208 374- Ashton Inn & RV Park; 164 White Pines 5328; 10 Rooms, $38-$41; Open All Year Ave, Ashton, 83420; 208 652-3699; www. Statewide Central theashtoninn.com; 42 RV Hookup Sites; Kilgore General Store; 1595 Kilgore Ln, Reservation Services 38 Rooms, $59-$150; 11 Tent Sites; Open Dubois, 83423; 208 778-5334; 7 Cabins, All Year; Cable TV RV Hookups, RV Hook- $30-$40; Open Summer; RV Hookups, Idaho Excursions; 1068 Old Crouch Rd Ste ups, Pull-thru Sites Showers A, Garden Valley, 83622; 877 462-8003 or 208 462-3333, www.idexcursions.com Log Cabin Motel; 1001 Main St, Ashton, Silver Spur Ranch; 2385 Medicine Lodge 83420; 208 652-3956; www.logcabin Rd, Dubois, 83423; 208 374-5338; F: 208 InIdaho.com; 1410 Mill Rd, McCall, 83638; motelidaho.com; 11 Cabins, $50-$80; 374-5684; www.silverspurranchidaho.com; 800 844-3246 or 208 634-4787; F: 208 Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Pets OK 6 Cabins; Open All Year 634-1268; www.inidaho.com Rankin Motel; 120 S Yellowstone Hwy Small Cattle Company; 23 Small Ranch Ln, 20, Ashton, 83420; 208 652-3570; www. Dubois, 83423; 208 374-5555; F: 208 374- rankinmotel.com; 6 Rooms; 6 Cabins; 5520; 5 Cabins; Open All Year Open Spr-Fall; Cable/Satellite TV, Pets OK Ashton Idaho Falls Information Reunion & Retreat Centers Stonefl y Lodge; See Hotels & Motels Information Ashton Chamber of Commerce; 208 652- 3355; www.ashtonidaho.com RV Parks & Campgrounds Idaho Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau; 866 365-6943 or 208 523-1010; www. Attractions Ashton Inn & RV Park; visitidahofalls.com See Hotels & Motels Cave Falls; A popular starting point for Attractions hikers, Cave Falls is only 20 feet high but Aspen Acres Golf Club & RV Park; 4179 stretches 250 feet across the Falls River in E 1100 N, Ashton, 83420; 208 652-3524; Collector’s Corner Museum; Features dolls, the southwest corner of Yellowstone. 208 M: 208 520-9205; www.aspenacresrv.com; bears, antiques, coins, stamps and military 652-7442 40 RV Hookup Sites, $25; 1 Camping Cabin, memorabilia. 900 John Adams Pkwy, Idaho $75; 40 Tent Sites, $15; Open Spr-Fall; RV Falls, 83401; 208 528-9900; www.post Hess Heritage Museum; A restored, Hookups, Pets OK, Showers registermarketplace.com 250-acre pioneer farm in the upper Snake River valley with a village square, carriage Jessen’s RV, Cottages & Tents; 1146 N 3400 Hell’s Half Acre National Landmark; An house, one-room schoolhouse and more. E Hwy 20, Ashton, 83420; 800 747-3356 or incredible 5,200-year-old lava fl ow with 3411 E 1200 N, Ashton, 83420; 208 652- 208 652-3356; 22 RV Hookup Sites; 3 Cab- paved walkways and signs describing the 7353 ins; Camping Cabins; 25 Tent Sites; Open unique ecosystem. 208 524-7500; F: 208 Spr-Fall; Pets OK, Pull-thru Sites 524-7505; www.id.blm.gov Mesa Falls; Two of the most spectacular waterfalls in Idaho include 114-foot Upper Squirrel Creek Guest Ranches & Inn; Idaho Falls Greenbelt; Scenic paved path Mesa Falls with its boardwalks and viewing See Guest Ranches along the Snake River for joggers or bicy- clists. 630 W Broadway, Idaho Falls, 83402; platforms and the nearby 65-foot Lower Timberline RV Park; 4590 Cave Falls Rd, Mesa Falls. 208 652-7442; www.west 866 365-6943; F: 208 523-2255; www. Ashton, 83420; 208 652-3219; 25 RV ci.idaho-falls.id.us yellowstonenet.com Hookup Sites, $25; 20 Cabins, $15-$25; Lodging Open All Year; Food Service, RV Hookups, LDS Temple Visitor Center; Exhibits, Handicap Access artwork and fi lms about the building’s his- Bed & Breakfast Inns tory and tours of the grounds in summer. Vacation Rentals 1000 Memorial Dr, Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 Stegelmeier Farmhouse Inn; 1357 N 4350 523-4504 E, Ashton, 83420; 208 652-3363; www. Carter’s Idaho Log Cabins; 11 mi. E of idahobedandbreakfast.net; 4 Rooms, $70- Ashton; 208 652-7234; www.cartersidaho Museum of Idaho; Nationally-acclaimed $75; 1 Lodge/House, $235; Open All Year; cabins.com; 2 Cabins, $125-$225; Open traveling exhibitions are featured through- Breakfast Free, Non-smoking, WiFi All Year; Kitchens, Laundry, Non-smoking out the year in this 35,000 sq. ft. museum. 200 N Eastern Ave, Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 Yellowstone Bed & Breakfast; 1450 Pot- Cave Falls Retreats; 1438 Potpourri Dr, Ashton, 83420; 208 652-7976; www.cave 522-1400; F: 208 524-5060; www.museum pourri Dr, Ashton, 83420; 800 574-2839 or ofi daho.org 208 652-3276; 3 Cabins, $75; Open Spr- fallsretreat.com; Open All Year Fall; Breakfast Free Quiet Acres Cabin; 4517 Porcupine Ln, Ash- Sandy Downs; Rodeos, circus performanc- es, 4-H livestock programs, chariot racing Guest Ranches ton, 83420; 208 652-7586; www.apogee cabinrental.com; 1 Cabin, $175; Open All in the winter and other sporting events. Henry’s Fork Ranch; 1060 N 2950 E, Ches- Year; Cable/Satellite TV, High-speed Inter- 6855 S 15th East, Idaho Falls, 83404; 208 ter, 83421; 208 716-0116; henrysforkranch. net, Kitchens 612-8480 com; 1 Cabin, $180-$240; Open All Year; Tautphaus Park Zoo; Home to over 400 Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Non-smoking Stonefl y Lodge; 3656 Fisherman’s Dr, Ashton, 83420; 801 706-5982; F: 801 animals with special theme areas. 2725 Squirrel Creek Guest Ranch & Inn; Recla- 880-1064; www.stonefl ylodgeidaho.com; Carnival Way, Idaho Falls, 83405; 208 612- mation-Flagg Ranch Rd, Squirrel, 83447; 1 Lodge/House, $475-$750; Open All Year; 8552; F: 208 528-6256; www.idahofalls 208 652-3972; www.idahoranch.com; 13 Cable/Satellite TV, High-speed Internet, zoo.org Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi RV Hookup Sites, $25; 3 Cabins, $75-$105; WiFi The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho; Ex- 104 1 Lodge/House, $465; Tent Sites, $10; hibits, events, classes, and performances Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens beside the Snake River. 300 S Capital Ave, Hilton Garden Inn; 700 Lindsay Blvd, Idaho Hookup Sites, $19-$22; 19 Rooms, $42- Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 524-7777; F: 208 Falls, 83402; 208 522-9500; F: 208 522- $45; Open All Year; RV Hookups, Showers, 529-6666; www.theartmuseum.org 9501; www.hiltongardeninn.com; Open WiFi All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, High-speed 2460 S Yellowstone Lodging Internet, Work-Out Room Yellowstone Motel; Hwy, Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 529-9738; Bed & Breakfast Inns Holiday Inn Express; 2270 Channing Way, www.theyellowstonemotel.com; Open Lazy J Bed and Breakfast; 13786 N 95th Idaho Falls, 83404; 208 542-9800; F: 208 All Year 542-9888; www.hiexpress.com; 79 Rooms, E, Idaho Falls, 83401; 208 524-0262; Open RV Parks & Campgrounds All Year $99-$199; Open All Year; 600 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; A/C, Indoor Pool, Non-smoking Shady Rest RV Park; 2200 N Yellowstone Hotels & Motels Le Ritz Hotel & Suites; 720 Lindsay Blvd, Hwy, Idaho Falls, 83401; 208 524-7035; AmeriTel Inn; 645 Lindsay Blvd, Idaho Falls, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 813-9266 or 208 F: 208 524-2533; 36 RV Hookup Sites, $20- 83402; 800 600-6001 or 208 523-1400; 528-0880; F: 208 528-9929; www.leritz $25; 10 Tent Sites, $12-$15; Open All Year; F: 208 523-0004; www.ameritelinns.com; hotel.com; 125 Rooms, $70-$229; Open Laundry, Pull-thru Sites, Showers 126 Rooms, $114-$140; Open All Year; All Year; 543 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; Breakfast Snake River RV Park and Campground; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi Free, Pets OK, WiFi 1440 Lindsay Blvd, Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 AmeriTel Inn - Idaho Falls Spectrum; 2501 Motel 6 Idaho Falls; 1448 W Broadway, 523-3362; F: 208 528-4118; www.snake S 25th St E, Ammon, 83406; 800 600-6001 Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 466-8356 or 208 riverrvpark.net; 120 RV Hookup Sites, or 208 552-2500; F: 208 524-0025; www. 522-0112; F: 208 522-7804; www.motel6. $33-$37; 10 Camping Cabins, $40; 40 Tent ameritelinns.com; 84 Rooms, $89-$249; com; 79 Rooms, $64; Open All Year; Cable/ Sites, $25; Open All Year; RV Dump, RV Open All Year; 750 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; Satellite TV, Outdoor Pool, Handicap Access Hookups, Pull-thru Sites Breakfast Free, Cable/Satellite TV, WiFi Motel West; 1540 W Broadway, Idaho Falls, Sunnyside Acres Park; 905 W Sunnyside Best Western CottonTree Inn; 900 Lindsay 83402; 800 582-1063 or 208 522-1112; Rd, Idaho Falls, 83401; 208 523-8403; Blvd, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 662-6886 or F: 208 524-1144; motelwestidaho.com; F: 208 523-0973; 25 RV Hookup Sites, 208 523-6000; F: 208 523-0000; www. 80 Rooms, $46-$100; Open All Year; A/C, $27; Open All Year; Laundry, Pull-thru cottontree.net; 94 Rooms, $69-$110; Open Indoor Pool, Laundry Sites, Showers All Year; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi Pinecrest Inn; 888 N Holmes, Idaho Falls, Targhee Inn & RV; See Hotels & Motels Best Western Driftwood Inn; 575 River 83401; 800 521-5993 or 208 523-5993; F: (See Swan Valley) Pkwy, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 939-2242 208 523-7104; 92 Rooms, $50-$80; Open Irwin or 208 523-2242; F: 208 523-0316; www. All Year; Breakfast Free, Outdoor Pool, WiFi bestwesterndriftwood.com; 73 Rooms, Island Park 475 River Pkwy, $79-$160; Open All Year; Cable/Satellite Red Lion on the Falls; Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 733-5466 or 208 TV, Kitchens, Laundry Information 523-8000; F: 208 529-9610; www.redlion. Candlewood Suites; 665 Pancheri Dr, com/idaho; 140 Rooms, $95-$139; Open Island Park Area Chamber of Commerce; Idaho Falls, 83402; 877 226-3539 or 208 All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Non-smoking, 208 589-6987; Cell: 208 558-7755; F: 208 525-9800; F: 208 525-4700; www.ichotels Pets OK 558-9639; www.sawtellestampede.com group.com; 81 Rooms; Open All Year; 343 C St, Idaho Falls, 83402; Attractions Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Work-Out Ross Hotel; 208 525-9958; 21 Room, $48-$150; Open Room Big Springs Nature Trail; Explore one of All Year the country’s largest springs - a source for Comfort Inn; 195 S Colorado, Idaho Falls, 780 the Henrys Fork of the Snake River - and 83402; 208 528-2804; F: 208 522-3083; Shilo Inn Suites Conference Hotel; Lindsay Blvd, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 222- view osprey, bald eagles, deer, moose and www.comfortinn.com; 56 Rooms, $60- 2244 or 208 523-0088; F: 208 522-7420; waterfowl. 208 652-7442 $150; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, High- www.shiloinns.com; 161 Room, $94-$274; speed Internet, Indoor Pool Harriman State Park; The Railroad Ranch, Open All Year; 12300 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; a summer playground for Union Pacific Destinations Inn; 2657 S Wilson Dr, Breakfast Free, High-speed Internet, Railroad owners Roland and Averell Harri- Idaho Falls, 84737; 208 528-8444; www. Pets OK man, was deeded to the people of Idaho. destinationsinn.com; Open All Year Sleep Inn & Suites; 3200 Outlet Blvd, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott; 1293 Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 424-6423 or 208 83429; 208 558-7368; F: 208 558-7045; W Broadway, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 228- 821-3647; M: 208 360-1940; F: 208 522- www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov 2800 or 208 552-7378; F: 208 552-7379; 6489; choicehotels.com; 76 Rooms, $80- Henrys Fork of the Snake River; Acclaimed www.marriott.com; 81 Room, $109-$149; $150; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Indoor by fly fishing enthusiasts as the best trout Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, Pool, Non-smoking fishing stream in the United States. 208 Non-smoking South Fork Inn; 1100 Lindsay Blvd, Idaho 525-7290; F: 208 523-7604, GuestHouse Inn & Suites; 850 Lindsay Falls, 83402; 208 529-5400; F: 208 529- Henrys Lake State Park; Anglers fish for Blvd, Idaho Falls, 83402; 800 852-7829 5401; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Cable/ cutthroat, brook and rainbow-cutthroat or 208 523-6260; F: 208 522-8840; www. Satellite TV, WiFi hybrid trout - this is the kind of place guesthouseintl.com; 130 Rooms, $49-$89; 705 Lindsay Blvd, Idaho fishermen dream about. 3917 E 5100 N, Open All Year; 2000 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; Super 8 Motel; Falls, 83402; 208 522-8880; F: 208 522- Island Park, 83429; 208 558-7532; www. Breakfast Free, High-speed Internet, Out- 0590; www.super8.com; 90 Rooms, $51- parksandrecreation.idaho.gov door Pool $91; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Cable/ Island Park Dam and Reservoir; Popular Hampton Inn; 2500 Channing Way, Idaho Satellite TV, Handicap Access for camping, boating and fishing with rain- Falls, 83404; 800 426-7866 or 208 529- 6805 S Overland Dr, bow, brook and cutthroat trout, kokanee 9800; www.hamptoninn.com; 63 Rooms, Targhee Inn & RV; Idaho Falls, 83402; 208 523-1960; F: 208 and whitefish. 208 652-7442 $69-$159; Open All Year; 600 Sq. Ft. Mtg. 528-7698; www.targheeinn.com; 39 RV Room; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi Johnny Sack Cabin; An historic log cabin on the banks of Big Springs hand-built in 1939. 208 652-7442

www.visitidaho.org | 105 Lodging Sawtelle Mountain Resort; Hwy 20 at Valley View RV Park, Campground Eastern Sawtelle Peak Rd, between MP 394 & 395; & Laundromat; 5152 N Hwy 20, Island Guest Ranches 866 558-9366 or 208 558-9366; F: 208 Park, 83429; 888 558-7443 or 208 558- Eagle Ridge Ranch; 3438 Old Shotgun Rd, 558-9769; www.sawtellemountainresort. 7443; F: 208 558-7443; www.valleyviewrv. Island Park, 83429; 208 558-0900; F: 208 com; 55 Rooms, $69-$99; Cabins; Open com; 70 RV Hookup Sites, $25-$35; 3 558-0904; www.eagleridgeadventures. Summer; A/C, Cable/Satellite TV, Handicap Cabins, $85-$150; 10 Tent Sites, $10-$14; com; 12 Cabins, $90; Open All Year; Kitch- Access Open Spr-Fall; Laundry, Pull-thru Sites, WiFi ens, Non-smoking The Pines at Island Park - Historic Phillips Vacation Rentals Elk Creek Ranch; Off Hwy 20. Island Park; Lodge; 3907 Phillips Loop Rd, Island Park, 83429; 888 455-9384 or 208 558-0192; Buffalo Run Campground; 208 558-7404; www.elkcreekid.com; See Reunion & Retreat Centers 8 Cabins, $100; Open Summer, Spring; F: 208 558-7729; www.pinesislandpark. Cable/Satellite TV, Pets OK, Handicap com; 25 Cabins, $109-$389; Open All Year; Enchanted Forest Resort; Access Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Non-smoking See RV Parks & Campgrounds Slash E Ranch; HC 66, Box 185, Island Trouthunter; 3327 N Hwy 20, Island Park, Grandma’s Cabin; See Hotels & Motels 83429; 208 558-9900; F: 208 558-9600; Park, 83429; 208 558-7438; slasheranch. Island Park Lodging; 4194 Grandview Rd, com; 5 Cabins; Open Summer www.trouthunt.com; 11 Room, $100-$175; Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Food Island Park, 83429; 208 360-7224; M: 208 Hotels & Motels Service, WiFi 360-7224; F: 208 906-8011; islandpark lodging.com; Cabins, $165-$825; Lodges/ A River Runs By It Lodge; 4026 Tygee WorldCast Anglers; 3350 Hwy 20, Island Houses, $165-$825; Open All Year; Cable/ Lane, Island Park, 83429; 866 558-2295 or Park, 83429; 208 558-7068; F: 208 558- Satellite TV, High-speed Internet, Kitchens 208 558-2245; www.ariverrunsbyitlodge. 7075; www.worldcastanglers.com; 12 com; 4 Rooms, $138-$179; 1 Yurt/Teepee, Cabins, $89-$129; Open Summer; Cable/ Island Park Reservations; 208 558-9675; $65; Open All Year; 1200 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; Satellite TV, Non-smoking, WiFi www.islandparkidaho.com; 75 Cabins, Breakfast Free, High-speed Internet, Non- $100-$1500; Open All Year; Cable/Satellite smoking RV Parks & Campgrounds TV, Kitchens, Handicap Access Angler’s Lodge at Henrys Fork; 3363 Old Buffalo Run Campground; 3402 N Hwy 20, Island Park Village Resort; 4153 N Big Hwy 191, Island Park, 83429; 208 558- Island Park, 83429; 208 558-7112; F: 208 Springs Loop Rd, Island Park, 83429; 9555; F: 208 558-0299; www.anglerslodge. 558-7112; www.buffaloruncampground. 208 558-7502; F: 208 558-7450; www. net; 17 Rooms, $69-$199; 9 Cabins, $349- com; 42 RV Hookup Sites, $28; 5 Cabins, islandparkvillageresort.com; 66 Condos, $399; Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, $110; 4 Tent Sites, $10; Open Summer; RV $90-$325; Open All Year; Indoor Pool, Non-smoking, Handicap Access Dump, Pull-thru Sites, WiFi Non-smoking, Work-Out Room Grandma’s Cabin; Box 326, Island Park, Enchanted Forest Resort; 6 mi. W of Hwy Larson Lodge; 208 232-2034; www.larson 83429; 208 558-7699; www.grandmas 20 on Yale-Kilgore Rd; 208 558-9675; www. lodge.com; Cabins; Open Summer islandparkidaho.com; 14 RV Hookup Sites, cabin.com; 1 Cabin, $165-$210; Open All Macks Inn Family Lodge; 4194 Grandview Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Laundry $20-$25; Cabins, $100-$300; 10 Tent Sites, $10-$14; Open All Year; RV Hookups, Show- Rd, Island Park, 83429; 208 360-7224; Henry’s Fork Lodge; 2794 S Pinehaven, ers, Handicap Access M: 208 360-7224; F: 208 906-8011; www. Island Park, 83429; 208 558-7953; F: 208 islandparklodging; 1 Cabin, $350-$500; 558-7956; www.henrysforklodge.com; Grand Mountain Studio and RV Park; 4164 Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, High- 14 Rooms, $400; Open Spr-Fall; Non-smok- N Big Springs Loop Rd, Island Park, 83429; speed Internet, Non-smoking ing, Handicap Access 208 558-7863; RV Hookup Sites; Open Summer Island Park Lodging; See Hotels & Motels Jared’s Wild Rose Ranch Resort; 3778 Jared’s Wild Rose Ranch Resort; Meadow Creek Lodge; 208 351-2787; Hwy 87, Island Park, 83429; 208 558-7201; 1 Cabin; Open Summer F: 208 558-7083; www.wildroseranch.com; See Hotels & Motels 40 RV Hookup Sites, $30-$35; 25 Rooms, Lazy Trout Lodge & Cafe; Moose Mountain Cabin; 1475 Luke Ln, $79-$469; 11 Cabins, $59-$79; 4 Condos, See Hotels & Motels Macks Inn, 83429; 208 705-7199; F: 208 $326-$334; 5 Tent Sites, $18; Open All 356-4751; www.moosemountaincabins. Year; Laundry, Showers, Work-Out Room Mack’s Inn Resort; com; 1 Cabin, $195; Open All Year; Cable/ See Hotels & Motels Satellite TV, Kitchens, Non-smoking Lakeview Cabin; 3789 F St, Island Park, 83429; 208 558-1988; 3 Rooms, $195- RedRock RV & Camping Park; 3707 Red Mountain Lake Cabin; 3789 F St, Island $230; Open Summer Rock Rd, Island Park, 83429; 800 473-3762 Park, 83429; 208 558-1988; 1 Cabin; Open or 208 558-7442; www.redrockrvpark.com; Summer Lazy Trout Lodge & Cafe; 4771 Hwy 20, 54 RV Hookup Sites, $28-$32; 8 Tent Sites, Island Park, 83433; 877 529-9432 or 208 $23-$26; Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups, Pull- Outback Realty; 4135 Sawtelle Peak Rd, 558-7407; www.lazytroutlodge.com; thru Sites, Showers Island Park, 83429; 877 500-6661 or 8 RV Hookup Sites, $45; 2 Rooms, $110; 208 558-9500; F: 208 558-7089; www. 4 Cabins, $120; Open All Year; RV Hookups, Robins Roost Chevron & Grocery Store; islandparkrentalcabins.com; 13 Cabins, Pets OK 4150 N Big Springs Loop Rd, Island Park, $150-$350; Open All Year; Cable/Satellite 83429; 208 558-7440; F: 208 558-7440; TV, Kitchens, Laundry Mack’s Inn Resort; 4292 North Hwy 20, 9 RV Hookup Sites, $20; 2 Cabins, $79- Mack’s Inn, 83433; 888 558-7272 or 208 $89; Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups Rainbow Realty - Island Park Cabin 558-7272; F: 208 558-9305; www.macks Rentals; 3320 Hwy 20, Island Park, 83429; inn.com; 14 Rooms, $69; 1 Lodge/House, Sawtell Shadows Campground; 44 RV 800 853-7420 or 208 558-7116; F: 208 $500-$550; 20 Camping Cabins, $69-$180; Hookup Sites; 10 Tent Sites; 208 558-7442; 558-9656; www.islandparkcabinrentals. 6 Tent Sites, $15; Open All Year; RV Hook- RV Hookup Sites; Open Summer; Pets OK, com; 25 Cabins, $155-$700; Open All Year; ups, Laundry, Non-smoking Dump Station, Showers Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Non-smoking Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi Ponds Lodge; 3757 N Hwy 20, Island Park, Sawtelle Mountain Resort; Summerwind Development; Call for direc- 106 83429; 888 731-5153 or 208 558-7221; See Hotels & Motels tions; 208 (435) 652-3816; M: 208 604- www.pondslodge.com; 14 Cabins, $85- 0355; www.summerwindcabin.com; $295; Open All Year; Pets OK 4 Cabins, $125-$475; Open All Year; Cable/ www.mcgarryranches.pa.net/; 4 Rooms; Satellite TV, Kitchens, Non-smoking Open Sum-Fall The Pines at Island Park - Historic Phillips Hotels & Motels Lodge; See Hotels & Motels AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Rexburg; Newdale 1098 Golden Beauty Dr, Rexburg, 83440; 877 356-5333 or 208 356-5333; F: 208 Attractions 356-7503; www.americinn.com; 66 Rooms, AmericInn $79-$189; Open All Year; 150 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Lodge & Suites Green Canyon Hot Springs; Hot springs Room; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi facility with both indoor and outdoor 1098 Golden Beauty Drive pools. 2432 S Canyon Creek Rd, Newdale, Comfort Inn; 885 W Main St, Rexburg, Rexburg, ID 83440 83436; 208 458-4454; www.greencanyon 83440; 800 228-5150 or 208 359-1311; 208.356.5333 | www.americinn.com hotspring.com F: 208 359-1387; www.comfortinn.com/ hotel-rexburg-idaho-ID605; 52 Rooms, Free breakfast buffet, free high-speed internet. Lodging $69-$109; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, High-speed Internet, Indoor Pool Jefferson County Lake Campground; 490 Green Canyon Hot Springs; 2432 S Canyon N 4000 E, Rigby, 83442; 208 745-0868; Creek Rd, Newdale, 83436; 208 458-4454; Days Inn; 271 S 2nd W, Rexburg, 83440; F: 208 745-9397; www.co.jefferson.id.us; www.greencanyonhotspring.com; 50 RV 208 356-9222; F: 208 356-9242; www. 48 Tent Sites, $10; Open Spr-Fall; Pets OK, Hookup Sites, $16-$18; 50 Tent Sites, $14; daysinn.com; 40 Rooms, $60-$80; Open All Pull-thru Sites Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups, Indoor Pool, Year; Breakfast Free, Outdoor Pool, WiFi Pets OK South Fork Inn Motel; 425 Farnsworth Magnuson Hotel; 450 W 4th S, Rexburg, Way, Rigby, 83442; 208 745-8700; F: 208 Palisades (See Swan Valley) 83440; 208 356-4646; F: 208 356-7461; 97 745-5772; 39 Rooms, $50; Open All Year; Rooms, $79-$120; Open All Year; Breakfast Cable/Satellite TV, High-speed Internet, Rexburg Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi WiFi SpringHill Suites by Marriott; 1177 South Information Yellowstone Hwy, Rexburg, 83440; 208 Ririe 356-3003; F: 208 356-3005; www.marriott. Rexburg Chamber of Commerce; 888 463- Attractions 6880; F: 208 356-5799; www.rexcc.com com/idarx; 97 Rooms, $109-$149; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Indoor Pool, WiFi Heise Hot Springs; Swimming pools, a Attractions Super 8 Motel; 215 W Main St, Rexburg, 350-foot water slide, outfitted fishing and Idaho Centennial Carousel at Porter Park; 83440; 800 800-8000 or 208 356-8888; float trips and golf. 5116 E Heise Rd, Ririe, An authentic wooden carousel, built in F: 208 356-8896; www.super8.com; 45 83443; 208 538-7453; F: 208 538-6039; 1926 and restored in the late 1980s. 250 Rooms, $80-$132; Open All Year; Cable/Sat- www.heiseexpeditions.com W 2nd S, Rexburg, 83440; 208 359-3020; ellite TV, High-speed Internet, Indoor Pool Lodging F: 208 356-3022; www.rexcc.com RV Parks & Campgrounds 7N Ranch; 5156 Heise Rd, Ririe, 83443; Legacy Flight Museum; A vintage military Rainbow Lake & Campground; 2245 S 208 538-5097; www.7NRanch.com; Open aircraft museum. Rexburg Airport, Rexburg, 2000 W, Rexburg, 83440; 208 356-3681; Sum-Fall; Laundry, Pull-thru Sites, Showers 83440; 208 351-0044; F: 208 356-7989; 60 RV Hookup Sites, $14-$28; Open All www.legacyflightmuseum.com Cutthroat Inn; 105 N 5050 E, Rigby, 83442; Year; Pets OK, Showers, WiFi 888 538-7963 or 208 538-7963; F: 208 Teton Dam Flood Museum; Located in Sheffield RV Park; 5362 S Hwy 191, Rex- 538-7963; www.cutthroatinn.com; 4 Cab- the basement of the historic Tabernacle on burg, 83440; 208 356-4182; 25 RV Hookup ins, $125; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Center St, the museum tells the story of the Sites, $20-$36; 6 Tent Sites, $16-$18; Open Non-smoking, WiFi June 5, 1976 flood and its aftermath, which All Year; RV Dump, Pets OK, Pull-thru Sites affected Rexburg and the surrounding Granite Creek Guest Ranch; Hwy 26 on areas. 35 N 1st E, Rexburg, 83440; 208 359- Thompson’s RV Park; 4844 S Hwy 191, Rex- Granite Creek Rd, Ririe, 83443; 208 538- 3020; F: 208 359-3022; www.rexburg.org burg, 83440; 208 356-6210; 25 RV Hookup 7140; www.granitecreekranch.com; Sites, $20; Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups, 4 Cabins, $200; Open Summer Yellowstone Bear World; See grizzly bear, Pets OK, Showers black bear, gray wolves and a variety of Heise Hot Springs; 5116 E Heise Rd, Ririe, other North American wildlife. 6010 S 4300 83443; 208 538-7453; F: 208 538-6039; W, Rexburg, 83440; 208 359-9688; F: 208 Rigby www.heiseexpeditions.com; 14 RV Hookup 356-9732; www.yellowstonebearworld.com Sites, $18-$30; Open Spr-Fall; Handicap Attractions Access, RV Hookups, Showers Lodging Farnsworth TV & Pioneer Museum; Exhib- Mountain River Sportsman RV Park, LLC; its about Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor Bed & Breakfast Inns 98 N 5050 E, Ririe, 83443; 208 538-7337; of television. 118 W 1st S, Rigby, 83442; www.mountainriverranch.com; 55 RV 4232 W 208 745-8423 Porter House Bed & Breakfast; Hookup Sites, $25; 1 Lodge/House, $165; 1000 N, Rexburg, 83440; 208 356-6632; Menan Buttes; Two of the world’s largest 8 Camping Cabins, $35-$60; 12 Tent Sites, 3 Rooms, $55-$62; Open All Year; Break- tuff cones in a desert area northwest of $15; 3 Yurts/Teepees, $18; Open Spr-Fall; fast Free, Non-smoking, Handicap Access Rigby. 208 523-1012 RV Hookups, Laundry, Showers Sheffield House Bed ‘N Breakfast; 5362 S Hwy 191, Rexburg, 83440; 208 356-4182; Lodging Roberts/Terreton 25 RV Hookup Sites, $20-$36; 2 Rooms, Blue Heron Inn; 4175 E Menan-Lorenzo $70-$95; 2 Cabins, $70-$95; Open All Year; Hwy, Rigby, 83442; 866 745-9922 or 208 Lodging Breakfast Free, Showers, WiFi 745-9922; F: 208 745-9922; www.idaho Haven Motel & Trailer Park; 1079 E 1500 Guest Ranches blueheron.com; 7 Rooms, $109-$199; Open N, Terreton, 83450; 208 663-4821; 13 RV All Year; 260 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; Breakfast Hookup Sites, $12; 7 Rooms, $50; Open All McGarry Ranch; 6140 W 5000 S, Rexburg, Free, Non-smoking, Handicap Access Year; RV Dump, RV Hookups, Pets OK 83440; 866 593-4455 or 208 356-6531; www.visitidaho.org | 107 Western Wings Birds & Clay RV Park; 951 Hotels & Motels $720; 1 Lodge/House, $600-$1075; Open Eastern North 2600 East, Roberts, 83444; 208 Spr-Fall; A/C, Food Service, WiFi 228-2581; F: 208 228-6931; www.western GuestHouse Henry’s Fork Inn; 115 S Bridge, wings.org; 36 RV Hookup Sites, $20; 10 St Anthony, 83445; 208 624-3711; F: 208 Hotels & Motels 624-3712; www.guesthouseintl.com; 31 Tent Sites, $5; Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups, Fox’s Corner’d Inn; 2998 Swan Valley Hwy, Pull-thru Sites, Showers Rooms, $49-$89; Open All Year; Breakfast Free, High-speed Internet, Pets OK Swan Valley, 83449; 208 483-2510; Open All Year Spencer RV Parks & Campgrounds Old Irwin Lodge; 1591 Old Irwin Rd, Irwin, Attractions Anglers’ Paradise; 2624 E 600 N, St 83428; 888 483-5634 or 208 483-5634; Anthony, 83446; 208 624-7854; www. F: 208 483-9669; www.oldirwinlodge.com; High Country Opal; Shop with a full line anglersparadiservpark.com; 14 RV Hookup 5 Rooms, $160-$195; Open All Year; A/C, of Idaho opal jewelry. 1406 County 91 N, 11 Sites, $17-$24; 2 Camping Cabins, $30- Breakfast Free, Food Service Opal Ave, Spencer, 83446; 208 374-5517; $35; 5 Tent Sites, $14; Open Sum-Fall; RV F: 208 374-5744; www.opalstore.com Hookups, Pull-thru Sites, Showers Rendezvous at the South Fork; 3333 Swan Valley Hwy, Swan Valley, 83449; 208 483- Opal Mountain Mine; A mini-museum Idaho Dunes RV Park; 1695 E 500 N, St An- 2267; 15 RV Hookup Sites, $25; 1 Room, and an opal store offering a video tour of thony, 83445; 208 624-3275; www.idaho $64-$124; 2 Cabins, $50-$90; 2 Camping the mine. 11 Opal Ave, Spencer, 83446; dunesrv.com; 86 RV Hookup Sites, $32- Cabins, $50-$90; 8 Tent Sites, $15-$30; 208 374-5474; F: 208 374-5356; www. $52; 200 Tent Sites, $16-$25; Open Spr- Open All Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Pull-thru idopalmine.com Fall; RV Hookups, Pull-thru Sites, Showers Sites, WiFi Spencer Opal Mines LLC and Opal Country Sand Hills Resort Inc; 865 Red Rd, St Sleepy J Cabins; Hwy 26 at Hwy 31 junc- Cafe LLC; Mine for your own Opal! Also Anthony, 83445; 208 624-4127; F: 208 624- tion; 877 222-4677 or 208 483-0411; cafe, RV park, convenience store, gas, 3727; www.thesandhillsresort.com; 109 RV F: 208 483-0413; www.sleepyjcabins.com; jewelry, and cutting supplies. 27 Opal Ave, Hookup Sites, $43-$48; 9 Tent Sites, $22; 11 RV Hookup Sites; 10 Cabins, $85-$150; Spencer, 83446; 208 374-5476; www. Open Spr-Fall; RV Dump, Food Service, RV Open All Year; High-speed Internet, Kitch- spenceropalmines.com Hookups ens, Non-smoking Lodging The Dunes Lodge; 1396 E 400 N, St South Fork Lodge; See Guest Ranches Anthony, 83445; 208 709-7433; www. Spencer Bed & Breakfast; E side of RV Parks & Campgrounds railroad track; 208 374-5376; 1 Cabin, theduneslodge.com; 10 RV Hookup Sites, $30-$35; Open Summer; Breakfast Free, $10-$20; 1 Lodge/House, $275; 10 Tent Palisades RV Park & Cabins; 3804 Swan Kitchens, Pets OK Sites, $10-$20; Open Spr-Fall; Cable/Satel- Valley Hwy 26, Palisades, 83428; 208 483- lite TV, Kitchens, Pull-thru Sites 4485; www.palisadescabins.com; 18 RV Spencer Opal Mines; 27 Opal Ave, Spen- Vacation Rentals Hookup Sites, $20-$24; 6 Camping Cabins, cer, 83446; 208 374-5476; www.spencer $59-$135; 10 Tent Sites, $18-$24; Open opalmines.com; 12 RV Hookup Sites, $15; Butler’s Lakefront Log Cabin; W of Ashton; Sum-Fall; RV Hookups, Showers Tent Sites; Open Spr-Fall; RV Hookups, 208 524-5911; www.butler-lakefront-cabin. Pets OK, Showers com; 1 Cabin, $135-$160; Open All Year Vacation Rentals St. Anthony The Dunes Lodge; See Hotels & Motels Sleepy J Cabins; See Hotels & Motels Three Peaks Lodge; 658 N 2400 E, St Swan Valley Lodging; 208 483-2340; Information Anthony, 83445; 800 418-5269 or 800 www.swanvalleyrentals.com; Open All Greater St Anthony Chamber of Commerce; 418-5269; www.threepeakslodge.com; Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, Laundry 208 624-4870; www.stanthonychamber.com 1 Lodge/House, $600-900; Open Summer The Lodge at Palisades Creek; 3720 Hwy 26, Irwin, 83428; 208 483-2222; F: 208 Attractions Swan Valley 483-2227; www.tlapc.com; 9 Cabins, $275; St Anthony Sand Dunes; 11,000 acres 1 Lodge/House; Open Spr-Fall; Handicap of clear, shifting, white quartz sand are Attractions Access popular for off-highway vehicle riding. 208 Palisades Reservoir; An excellent spot for 524-7500; F: 208 524-7505; www.blm.gov boating, camping, and wildlife viewing. Terreton (See Roberts) 208 525-7290; F: 208 523-7604, fi shand Lodging game.idaho.gov Tetonia (See Teton Valley) Guest Ranches Snake River - South Fork; Emerging from Teton Valley Juniper Mountain Ranch; 969 N 1900 E, Palisades Reservoir, the South Fork of the St Anthony, 83445; 208 680-4585; www. Snake River stretches some 60 miles to its Information junipermountain.net; Open Summer confl uence with the Henrys Fork. Outfi tters provide fi shing and scenic boat trips. 208 Teton Valley Chamber of Commerce; 208 523-1012 354-2500, www.tetonvalleychamber.com Lodging Attractions Guest Ranches Teton Valley Museum; Discover the roots of Teton Valley from its beginning as Hansen Guest Ranch; 956 Rainey Creek Pierre’s Hole. 137 N Hwy 33, Driggs, 83422; Rd, Swan Valley, 83449; 800 277-9041 or 208 354-6000; www.tetonvalleychamber. 208 483-2345; F: 208 483-2305; www. com/museum.aspx hansenguestranch.com; 9 Rooms, $125- $200; 4 Cabins, $165-$210; Open All Year; Lodging Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi Breakfast Free, Non-smoking, Pets OK Bed & Breakfast Inns 108 South Fork Lodge; 40 Conant Valley Loop, Swan Valley, 83449; 208 483-2112; www. Fox Creek Inn; 273 E 5500 S, Victor, 83455; southforklodge.com; 18 Rooms, $610- 307 413-3583 or 208 787-3333; www. thefoxcreekinn.com; 4 Rooms, $99-$185; 22 RV Hookup Sites, $10-$29; 25 Rooms, Open All Year; Breakfast Free, Non-smok- $69-$89; 8 Tent Sites, $10; Open All Year; ing, WiFi RV Hookups, Pull-thru Sites, WiFi Explore the Loop, Locanda di Fiori (The Inn of Flowers); Teton Springs Lodge and Spa; 10 Warm Yellowstone-Grand Teton Call for directions; 208 244-2002 or 208 Creek Lane, Victor, 83455; 877 787-8757 visit the Parks... 456-0909; www.inntetonia.com; 2 Rooms, or 208 787-7230; M: 208 709-4409; F: 208 $150; Open Sum-Fall; Breakfast Free, 787-7889; www.tetonspringslodge.com; Cable/Satellite TV, Non-smoking 52 Rooms, $129-$509; Open All Year; 2200 Sq. Ft. Mtg. Room; A/C, High-speed 10 Warm Creek Teton Springs Log Cabins; Internet, Kitchens Lane, Victor, 83455; 877 787-8757 or 208 787-7230; M: 208 709-4409; F: 208 Teton Valley Cabins; 34 E Ski Hill Rd, 787-7889; www.tetonspringslodge.com; Driggs, 83422; 866 687-1522 or 208 354- 20 Cabins, $495-$899; 3-night Min; Open 8153; F: 208 354-2998; www.tetonvalley All Year; Breakfast Free, High-speed Inter- cabins.com; 20 Cabins, $79-$119; Open All net, Outdoor Pool Year; Cable/Satellite TV, Kitchens, WiFi Willowpine Bed & Breakfast; 136 E Little Trails End Motel; Box 247, Victor, 83455; then lodge in Ave, Driggs, 83422; 208 354-2735; 208 787-2973; 3 Cabins, $69-$79; Open Teton Valley. 3 Rooms, $65; Open All Year; Breakfast Sum-Fall; A/C, Cable/Satellite TV, Non- Free, Laundry, Handicap Access smoking Wilson Creekside Inn Bed & Breakfast; Reunion & Retreat Centers drivethetop10.com 130 Alta N Rd, Alta, 83414307 353-2409; 4 Rooms, $75-$85; Open All Year; Breakfast Moose Creek Ranch; See Guest Ranches Hill Property Management; 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With more than 3,000 miles of whitewater rivers in Idaho, you can choose from roller-coaster rides to dreamy drifts through cottonwood trees. You can raft through wilderness, jet boat through America’s deepest river gorge or sea kayak on a stunning lake.

Guided Adventures Rafting Lewis and Clark had a guide when Outfi tters offer half-day, full-day or multi- they journeyed through Idaho and day trips. Take in the scenery, splash over rapids, and view wildlife in a natural set- you’ll experience a more rewarding ting. Most trips are on infl atable rafts that trip if you do, too. Over 400 licensed can easily navigate even the toughest outfi tters in the state offer excursions rapids, but river guides also use dory and from rafting to jet boating, llama treks drift boats or canoes when trip or river to hunting expeditions. Each must conditions warrant. be licensed by the Idaho Outfi tters Jet Boating & Guides Licensing Board and meet rigid performance standards. An exciting yet easy way to experience a river is on a jet boat trip. Boats depart from Lewiston, White Bird, Riggins, Hells « Idaho Outfi tters and Canyon Dam, and Salmon for one to Guides Association: three-day excursions. Jet boats are built to ascend forbidding rapids and maneu- 1-800-49-IDAHO | www.ioga.org ver with amazing agility – the best way « Idaho Outfi tters and to get to prime campsites, beaches, and Guides Licensing Board: fi shing holes. www.ioglb.idaho.gov « Middle Fork Outfi tters Association: www.idahosmiddlefork.com Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 124

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A « Moyie F « Middle Fork of the Salmon C D This lesser-known river in the Idaho Among the fi rst rivers offi cially desig- panhandle is a good spring run on nated “Wild and Scenic,” this is one Class II and III rapids in May and June. of the top 10 whitewater rivers in the G E The whitewater is consistent and fast- world. With its Class III and IV rapids, F fl owing, dropping 30 feet per mile. it is known as the quintessential Idaho whitewater experience. B « St. Joe I G « Lower Main Salmon H The shadowy St. Joe is a back country wilderness river through one of the At Riggins, the Salmon turns north most scenic areas of north Idaho. The through narrow basalt gorges then upper St. Joe has been designated a opens into grassy palisades until it I Wild River in the national Wild and joins the Snake River north of Hells Scenic Rivers System. Canyon. This section of the Salmon is J suitable for half-day, full-day or multi- C « Lochsa day trips of 10 to 52 miles. The Nez Perce Indians named this H « Payette river “rough water” for good rea- son—the more than 40 class III and The Payette River offers three forks IV rapids. It parallels the route Lewis with a variety of rapids suitable for and Clark followed in their search for anyone. The South Fork is an advanced a northwest passage. whitewater river while the Carbarton Run on the North Fork is 11 miles of D « Selway scenery and mild Class I-III rapids. The A trip on the Selway – the most Main Payette is perfect for families. secluded of Idaho’s rivers – is a true I « Snake expedition into wilderness with 60 miles of Class III, IV, and V rapids. Only Flowing across the vast plain of south- one daily launch is allowed, so book ern Idaho to ultimately surge through your trip 8-12 months in advance. Hells Canyon, the Snake offers a vari- ety of recreational opportunities—fl y E « Main Salmon fi shing on the South Fork or Henry’s The legendary “River of No Return,” the Fork, rafting the Murtaugh section, or longest free-fl owing river within one rafting or jet boating in Hells Canyon. state in the lower 48 states, is a choice J « Owyhee/Bruneau/ Jarbidge pool-and-drop river with roller-coaster rapids. The Salmon is suitable for half- April through June is the season for day, full-day, and multi-day trips. high desert rivers. The Owyhee fl ows through deep canyons fi lled with wild- life. The Bruneau squeezes through a narrow, deep canyon while the Jarbidge, which fl ows into the Bruneau, is rocky, steep and beautiful with an equally short season.

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Hiring a licensed outfi tter is one of the best ways to enhance your hunting or fi sh- ing experience. Guides thoroughly know their areas and species hunted or fi shed. Their knowledge can make a real difference in the success of your trip. One major advantage in booking your hunting trip through an Idaho outfi tter is that deer and elk tags are easy to obtain. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game allocates tags spe- cifi cally for non-resident hunters who book with licensed outfi tters. Idaho outfi tters have tags available long after neighboring states sell out. Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 126 Join the Hunt the swift waters of the Snake, Salmon, « Idaho Outfi tters & Guides Association: or Clearwater Rivers. If lake fi shing is 1-800-49-IDAHO | www.ioga.org Idaho has the widest variety of game your passion, the big lakes in northern in the U.S. including trophy elk, mule Idaho have giant Kamloops, Mackinaw, « Idaho Outfi tters & Guides Licensing Board: deer, bighorn sheep, antelope, bear, and monster Chinook. Native cutthroat 208-327-7380 | www.oglb.idaho.gov moose, cougar, mountain goat, white- trout have lived in Idaho waters for tail deer, water fowl, and upland game centuries and trout fi shing is available « Idaho Fish and Game: birds. Hunting seasons are as long as across the state. Sturgeon, the largest 208-334-3700 | www.fi shandgame.idaho.gov 65 days in the backcountry and overall freshwater fi sh in North America, can success rates are high. Many permits be found in the Snake, Kootenai, and are easily available because of Idaho’s the Salmon Rivers. unique system of outfi tters. There is little hunter congestion and effective Experts call the Henry’s Fork in Eastern management policies promote healthy Idaho the “world’s premiere dry-fl y species growth and control. Non-resi- fi shing stream.” Writer Ernest Heming- dent licenses are available at most sport way, who lived in Ketchum, loved Silver shops around the state. Creek near Picabo. Other excellent streams include the Teton River and Fishing, A Way of Life the South Forks of the Snake and Boise Rivers. Fish abound in the giant lakes of northern Idaho, the intimate high mountain alpine lakes of central Idaho, the smooth valley reservoirs, and the 3,000 miles of winding rivers. Idaho-born steelhead trout and salmon make one of the longest spawning runs of any anadromous fi sh in the world. You can fi sh for steelhead in Big Game Hunting • Pack Trips • Stream Fishing

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Join Tour West for a five-night trip on the Main Fork of the Salmon River. Travel through one of America’s most scenic wilderness area and the continent’s second deepest gorge. Enjoy days of exciting rapids and relaxing evenings around the campfire. Call us or visit our website. 1-800-453-9107 twriver.com HELLS CANYON Wild River Jet Boat Tours & Guided Fishing Trips See the Deepest Most Rugged Part. FUN FOR ALL AGES!

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With more than 37 million acres of public land, four major wilderness areas, two national recreation areas, and more rivers and lakes than you can shake a stick at, you’ll be drawn to play in Idaho’s great outdoors. The scenic splendor and vast open spaces of Idaho are easily accessible for diverse outdoor activities. Public land management agencies maintain campgrounds and trails for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. There are places to rock climb, ride ATVs and fi sh. Idaho’s public land often borders private land; some landowners allow access while others do not, and their land is posted as private. Ask for permis- sion fi rst before entering or crossing private land.

Campgrounds and Cabins Wildlife Watching To fully enjoy the ambiance of Idaho’s The diverse landscape of outdoors, consider staying in an RV Idaho provides a rich array of Near Lochsa River park, campground, or yurt. Idaho habitats for numerous species abounds in well-kept and inexpensive of mammals and birds. Idaho campgrounds in spectacular settings. is part of the national Watchable Private campgrounds usually have all Wildlife Program. Look for signs along the amenities and public campgrounds highways pointing to designated wildlife range from primitive and undeveloped viewing areas. Get the Idaho Wildlife to well-equipped. Many have tent and Viewing Guide from a local bookstore or RV spaces, drinking water, boat ramps, visit www.watchablewildlife.org. It lists trails, picnic tables, and fi replaces. the 94 best and most accessible wildlife Whether public or private, many are viewing sites in the state. likely to have lake or river access for fi shing and boating. Check out the following resources for more information: 1-800-VISITID, www.rvidaho.org, 877-444-6777 or www.reserveamerica.com. Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi 130

Sawtooth National Forest Thousand Springs State Park IdAhO’s StatE PaRks Idaho’s state parks are located at some of the most scenic and wonderful natural settings in the state - at sites of historic signifi cance or prime recreation areas near rivers and lakes. Whether it’s boating, camping, Nordic skiing or learning a bit of history, you and your family can play in a safe, clean environment.

Jewels of the Gem State « Northern: page 8 Over half of the state parks allow Priest Lake State Park, Round overnight camping and have very good Lake State Park, Coeur d’Alene facilities for both tent and RV use. Sev- Parkway State Park, Trail of the eral parks have snack bars and grocery Coeur d’Alenes, Heyburn State stores and many have group facilities Park, McCrosky State Park, Far- with lodges, cabins, and kitchens to ragut State Park, Old Mission State Park make your retreat, reunion, or other special event extraordinary. Interpre- « North Central: page 28 tive centers will enhance your visit immensely – you’ll fi nd knowledgeable Dworshak State Park, Hells Gate State Park, Winchester State Park rangers ready to provide a hands-on experience about a park’s features. « Southwestern: page 44 Certain parks are described in the Ponderosa State Park, Lake regional sections of this publication. Cascade State Park, Eagle Island See great detail and more photos at State Park, Lucky Peak State Park, www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov Bruneau Dunes State Park, Three Island Crossing State Park « South Central: page 68 Lake Walcott State Park, City of Rocks National Reserve, Bald Eagle Castle Rocks State Park, Thousand Springs State Park « Southeastern: page 80 Massacre Rocks State Park, Bear Lake State Park « Eastern: page 96 Harriman State Park, Hells Gate State Park Henrys Lake State Park « Central: page 110 Land of the Yankee Fork State Park

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Outdoor enthusiasts fl ock to Idaho each winter to play in deep, bone-dry powder under sunny, bluebird skies. Skiing, boarding, snow- mobiling, sleigh rides, hot springs, and winter carnivals – which winter wonders await you?

Idaho Winter Start with premier skiing and boarding. World-famous Sun Valley opened in 1936 as America’s fi rst destination ski resort and consistently remains in the top 10. If you prefer solitude, escape to the serenity of Idaho’s scenic back- country on snowshoes or Nordic skis. Or rev up your engines on thousands of miles of snowmobile trails. Practice your jumps and twirls at an ice rink or frozen lake. Tubing, sleigh rides, and several winter carnivals add excitement without exertion for those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Plan your own getaway to Idaho’s win- ter paradise. You’ll soon fi nd out why winter really does sizzle here. 1-800-84-IDAHO www.visitidaho.org/winter www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov www.sledtherockies.com www.skiidaho.us

Offi cial Idaho State Travel Guide Travel cial Idaho State | Offi www.inidaho.com 132 www.idahowinter.org Skiing and Snowboarding terrain near the small mining town of resorts maintain Nordic terrain complete Ketchum, Idaho. Since 1939, people from with skating trails. You can ski in many of Idaho set the standard for the ultimate around the world have schussed down Idaho’s national forests and state parks winter vacation in America - this year Sun Valley’s famous sun-kissed slopes. as well. three resorts will observe milestones. And with a new quad, you’ll get to the top The Idaho Department of Parks and Sun Valley and Lookout Pass both begin even faster. their 75th year while Brundage will cel- Recreation operates a unique program ebrate its 50th anniversary. Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Sandpoint called Park N’ Ski with thirteen separate offers on-mountain lodging, restaurants, trail systems across the state, several with In 1935, Averill Harriman of the Union and shops, all with a stunning view of overnight yurt lodging. Most Park N’ Ski Pacifi c Railroad sent Austrian Count Felix Lake Pend Oreille below. Kellogg’s Silver areas offer groomed trails, restrooms, and Schaffgotsch to search the west for the Mountain whisks you to the top on the warming shelters. Snowshoeing is also perfect ski mountain. He found the best world’s largest single-stage gondola. allowed at many of these areas, either on Lookout Pass, which opened in 1935 on separate trails or adjacent to set ski tracks. the Montana border, receives over 400 Annual parking passes can be purchased inches of snow annually. at state park offi ces, sports shops, or Brundage Mountain Resort is also ranger stations near trailheads. For a free blessed with over 320 inches of snow Park N’ Ski Guide, call 208 334-4199. annually. It is best known for its powdery glades, luxuriously long runs and few Snowmobiling crowds. After skiing, enjoy the ambiance Idaho entices sledders with more than of McCall, a charming mountain village 7,200 miles of beautifully groomed trails beside Payette Lake. and an endless horizon of powder. In If you’re visiting Boise in the winter, fact, Idaho has more groomed trails than you’ll have many choices at Bogus Basin any other western state. Situated on the Mountain Resort, just 16 miles up the western slopes of the Continental Divide, mountain from downtown. This urban Idaho catches snow from storms coming resort offers day and night skiing, in off the Pacifi c Ocean and, depending Nordic skiing, plus a tubing hill. on the elevation, it is usually light and ideal for sledding. A complete directory of Idaho’s ski areas is located on page 134 or check out the With a long season that extends from No- following resources: 1-800-84-IDAHO, vember to April, you’ll have plenty of time www.visitidaho.org/winter, to take it all in. Gas, food, and lodging are always nearby in friendly Idaho towns, www.skiidaho.us or www.inidaho.com and many resorts and guest ranches Nordic Skiing welcome snowmobilers. The magical beauty and quiet tranquility All of Idaho’s groomed snowmobile of winter can best be experienced on a trails are clearly marked. Consider pair of skinny skis. Cross-country skiing using a licensed guide to take you off is a way of life in Idaho and with a variety the beaten path through open, unspoiled of trails for all skiers, your vacation here backcountry. The Idaho Outfi tters and will be unforgettable. Many of the ski Guides Association can provide informa- tion on guides who will make your trip safe, yet more exciting. « Idaho Outfi tters & Guides Association: 1-800-49-IDAHO | www.ioga.org « Idaho Outfi tters and Guides Licensing Board: www.oglb.idaho.gov « Sled the Rockies: www.sledtherockies.com IdAhO’s

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B « Lookout Pass H « Payette Lakes - Little Ski Hill N « Kelly Canyon Ski Resort Mullan McCall Ririe 888 512-0764 | 208 744-1301 208 634-9417 | www.littleskihill.org 208 538-6251 | www.skikelly.com www.skilookout.com Acres: 50; Runs: 4; Vertical drop: 405 ft Acres: 640; Runs: 26; Acres: 540; Runs: 34 Vertical drop: 1,000 ft Vertical drop: 1,150 ft I « Tamarack Resort O « Grand Targhee Ski Resort Tamarack C « Silver Mountain Ski, Golf 877 TAM-RESORT Driggs

& Water Park Resort www.tamarackidaho.com 800 827-4433 | 307 353-2300 www.grandtarghee.com Kellogg Acres: 900; Runs: 32; 866 344-2675 | www.silvermt.com Vertical drop: 2,800 ft Acres: 2,400; Runs: 72; Acres: 1,600; Runs: 73; Vertical drop: 2,270 ft Vertical drop: 2,200 ft J « Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area P « Soldier Mountain Ski Resort D « Bald Mountain Ski Resort Boise Fairfi eld 208 764-2526 Pierce 800 367-4397 | 208 332-5100 208 464-2311 www.bogusbasin.com www.soldiermountain.com www.skibaldmountain.com Acres: 2,600 acres; Runs: 67; Acres: 1,150; Runs: 36; Vertical drop: 1,425 ft Acres: 140; Runs: 19; Vertical drop: 1,800 ft Vertical drop: 684 ft Q « Sun Valley Resort K « Magic Mountain Ski E « Cottonwood Butte Ski Resort and Summer Resort Sun Valley 800 786-8259 | 622-4111 Cottonwood Twin Falls www.sunvalley.com 208 962-3624 208 734-5979 Acres: 2,054; Runs: 78; www.cottonwoodbutte.netfi rms.com www.magicmountainresort.com Vertical drop: 3,400 ft Acres: 260; Runs: 7; Acres: 120; Runs: 20; Vertical drop: 845 ft Vertical drop: 700 ft R « Lost Trail Powder Mountain

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