About Ashton, ID

“Ashton is a city on the cusp; change and growth are coming, whether Ashton is ready or not.” – Ashton Mayor Teddy Stronks, State of the City address October 26, 2005. Ashton About The Properties

Ashton Inn • Lot size: 3.7 acres (1.7 Inn) • Rooms: 38 • Cable TV, and wireless internet • www.theashtoninn.com

RV Park • Lot size: 4.8 acres • Number of slots: 41 RV and 10 Tent sites • Amenities: 50 30 & 20 amp, full hook up, cable TV, and wireless internet

School District Property • Lot size: 5.8 acres • Zoning: CCZD (Commercial Core Zoning District) • Utilities: All • Water: Well • Flood Zone: C Ashton, ID

Ashton, Idaho is located in some of the most scenic areas in the northwest. Situated in the north eastern area of the state, Ashton is in close proximity R V P to the Teton Valley of Idaho, West ark Yellowstone, Montana and the southern As hto border of Yellowstone National Park. n Inn Known world wide as the largest seed potato producing area, Ashton is also known for the great recreational opportunities that can be found in and around the area.

The area is known for the hunting opportunities in the fall and the fantastic fishing in the summer. Located near the Henry's Fork of the Snake River, the opportunities for both wonderful fishing and other water y rt recreation is great. Simply floating pe ro Ashton, ID P down the river and enjoying the wildlife ol that graze along the riverbanks can be ho Sc awe inspiring.

If flying over the snow-covered fields in the middle of the winter and enjoying the crisp mountain air is more to your liking, then travel to Ashton in the winter and enjoy the fantastic snowmobiling available in the area.

Ashton was created when the Oregon Short Line Railroad decided to use an 1881 survey for the tracks to West Yellowstone. Ashton was named for William Ashton who was the chief engineer of the Oregon Short Line Railroad. On February 14, 1906 the residents had a huge party celebrating the arrival of the railroad. When the village had 200 residents, and requirements were satisfied, the Village of Ashton was incorporated on July 11, 1906.

• Distance to West entrance of Yellowstone: 57.7 mi • Distance to Jackson Hole, WY: 62 mi • Distance to Idaho Falls: 54.8 mi • One in nine Idaho workers depend on travel and tourism for a paycheck. • Travel & tourism account for 5% of Idaho gross state product ($2.1b)* • Over 47,000 workers earned $728mm in wages directly through tourism (3.2% of all compensation)*. Twice the number of tourism jobs in 1997. • Nearly 22,000 workers earned over $625mm indirectly Ashton, ID linked to tourism. • Travelers increased total spending by over 7% to nearly $3b*. • 588,000 non-farm jobs*.

*Based on 2004 data

Category Count Percent Total Population 1,129 100% Male 542 48% Female 587 52%

Under 18 373 33% 18+ 756 67% 65+ 197 17.4% Median Age 33.3 White 979 86.7% African-American 5 0.4% Asian 1 0.1%

Ashton, ID American Indian & Alaskan 6 0.5% Other 129 11.4% Mixed Race 9 0.8% Hispanic 157 13.9% (included in categories above)

12.0% Foreign born (8.7% Latin America, 3.3% Europe).

Median Household Income By Age Marital Status (15 years and over) Median household income $30,282 Never married: 18.4% Householder under 25 $23,750 Now married: 64.7% Householder 25-34 $30,000 Separated: 0.4% Householder 35-44 $26,875 Widowed: 10.0% Householder 45-54 $37,083 Divorced: 6.6% Householder 55-64 $31,528 Householder 65-74 $24,444 Average Family Size 3.43 Householder 75 and older $16,875 Educational Attainment Population In Poverty 19.7% Unemployed: 7.0% Population 25 years and older Mean travel time to work: 20.8 min High school graduates: 33.4%

Ashton, ID Some College or AA degree: 27.1% Per Capita Income By Race Or Ethnicity Bachelor’s degree: 7.9% Per capita income $13,731 Master’s, professional or doctorate: 5.5% White $14,989 Black or African American $0 School Enrollment Native American $18,160 Asian $0 Preschool and kindergarten 7.7% Native Hawaiian and Pacific islander $0 Grades 1-12 86.7% Some other race $5,843 College 5.6% Two or more races $3,967 Hispanic or Latino $6,079

Ashton Events • Ashton Snowmobile “Snowcross” • American Dog Derby • Independence Day Parade • The Mesa Falls Marathon • Ashton Cattle Drive Ashton, ID

Mesa Falls Scenic Byway The Mesa Falls Scenic Byway was established in 1989. Traveling on State Highway 47 from Ashton, the Byway provides motorists with a breathtaking view of the Teton Mountain Range emphasized by the Grand Teton Peaks. The route continues along the Henrys Fork of the Snake River to its confluence with Warm River and Robinson Creek where a viewing platform allows visitors to feed fish in the stream.

The Byway forms a loop through Warm River Gorge and rejoins U. S. Highway 20 at Harriman State Park. An abandoned Union Pacific Railroad tunnel built in 1909 is visible above Bear Gulch. Upper and Lower Mesa Falls undoubtedly provide the

Ashton, ID most spectacular scenery along the Byway. During the 1930's the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed a beautiful stone overlook which provides a panoramic view Of both the Upper and Lower Fails. Formerly private land, the Upper Mesa Falls area went into public ownership under a land exchange in 1985.

Jackson Hole, WY The Town of Jackson is the county seat of Teton County, Wyoming and the only incorporated municipality in the county. Jackson is the name of the Town, and "Jackson Hole" as it's often called, refers to the whole area which is a 50 miles long valley surrounded by high mountains. In 2000, Jackson's population is 8,647.

Jackson is a popular tourism destination because of its proximity to Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks, its unmatched scenic beauty, the world-class skiing, and its western character.

Jackson Hole Population

1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 Jackson, WY 1,437 2,688 4,511 4,472 8,647 Teton County 3,062 4,823 9,355 11,172 18,251 Ashton, ID

West Yellowstone, MT West Yellowstone, Montana, is a rustic mountain town nestled between National Forest lands and Yellowstone National Park. The area is filled with watchable wildlife, breathtaking views and activities for people of all ages. Within the world’s First National Park, ten thousand thermal features and 2 1/2 million acres of nature’s best offer days of exploration, adventure and learning. Restored gold mining towns, the fascinating 1959 Earthquake area and two National Forests provide the backdrop for even more fun.

Warm season enthusiasts make touring, hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding and river rafting a part of their vacation pleasures. White season visitors revel in cross country skiing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, snow shoeing and touring by snowcoach. Ashton, ID

A multitude of places to stay, attractions, restaurants, shops and events add the remaining ingredients that make West Yellowstone a great destination in any season.

West Yellowstone 57.7 mi

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