Lodging   Outfitters   Restaurants   Shopping   Services   Things To Do   Events  Things to Do: Attraction Map  1. Ashton Reservoir   2. Big Springs   3. Cave Falls/Bechler Meadows Area of Yellowstone National Park   4. Craters of the Moon National Monument   5. The Falls at Idaho Falls   6. Grand Targhee Ski and Resort   7. Henry's Lake State Park   8. Harriman State Park   9. I-15 Wildlife Areas   10. Island Park Reservoir   11. Kelly Canyon Alpine Ski Area     12. Mesa Falls on the Henry's Fork of the Snake River Byway   13. Palisade Reservoir   14. St. Anthony Sand Dunes   15. South Fork of the Snake River   16. Targhee National Forest   17. Targhee National Forest Winter Trails   18. The Teton River Basin   19. Teton Scenic Route   20. Upper and Lower Palisade Lakes   21. Yellowstone Bear World  1. Ashton Reservoir: This large reservoir on Henry's Fork provides quality trout fishing just outside of Ashton. 2. Big Springs: The headwaters of Henry's Fork are spawning grounds for huge rainbow trout, with moose, muskrat, geese and great blue herons frequenting the area. Downstream is the Big Springs National Water Trail, a four hour float trip which offers scenic forest, mountain views and wildlife viewing. (208) 588-7301. 3. Cave Falls/Bechler Meadows Area of Yellowstone National Park: The southwestern corner of Yellowstone can only be accessed through Idaho, via Ashton. The scenic, 18 mile drive through fields and meadows leads to Cave Falls one the Fall River, and a campground is just downstream. Trailheads for non-motorized access is located here. (307) 344-7381. 4. Craters of the Moon National Monument: Located 18 miles west of Arco on Highway 20/26/93, Craters of the Moon National Monument provides a moon-like landscape that comes to life and is enjoyed throughout the year. Spring provides a spectacular array of wildflowers, with the campground open from May to October. The seven mile loop is excellent for biking, driving, or walking. In winter the Craters of the Moon National Monument has groomed cross country ski trails for both track and skating styles. Here the stark black lave and white snow combine to produce a landscape of dramatic contracts and rugged beauty. Visitors Center is open year round except winter holidays. (208) 527-3257. 5. The Falls at Idaho Falls: The hub of Eastern Idaho with 50,000 people, Idaho Falls is a regional center for shopping, medical care, entertainment, cultural and social activities. It boasts over 300 acres of parks, challenging golf courses, and scenic falls in the center of town. Accommodations are modern and abundant. Over 1500 rooms are available for travelers or conventions. For information packets call (208) 523-1010 or 1-800-634-3246 www.IdahoFallsChamber.com 6. Grand Targhee Ski and Resort: Located near Driggs, this major destination resort boasts over 500 inches of snow, 64 runs with a 2200 foot vertical drop, 3 double chairs and 1 rope tow. Targhee offers skiers 2 mountains totaling 3000 acres! 1,500 acres are served by lifts offering wide groomed trails and skiable powder. Targhee's second 1500 acres, 2,800 foot vertical mountain is reserved exclusively for powder snowcat skiing - for those in search of unsurpassed scenery and snow conditions in powder heaven! Cross country trails are also available. For lodging reservations and resort information, call 1-800-TARGHEE (1-800-827-4433). www.GrandTarghee.com 7. Henry's Lake State Park: Lies in a high mountain bowl (6,470 feet) along the Continental Divide near Yellowstone National Park. The fishing is almost too good to be true. (208) 558-7532. 8. Harriman State Park: World famous fly fishing stream, Henry's Fork of the Snake River, winds through the meadows at Harriman. Located in the center of 16,000 acres wildlife refuge the park is known for its resident population of trumpeter swans and other numerous waterfowl. Regular tours are conducted through the rustic log buildings of the old "Railroad Ranch". In winter cross country ski trails are groomed through the park. (208) 558-7368. 9. I-15 Wildlife Areas: North of Idaho Falls, at the Roberts, Mud lake and Hamer exits, are a series of wildlife management areas which offer abundant bird watching. For information on Market Lake of Mud Lake Wildlife Management Areas, call (208) 522-7783. For Camas National Wildlife refuge call (208) 662-5423. 10. Island Park Reservoir: This large reservoir is popular for boating, fishing and skiing. Visitors may drive on the top of the dam for scenic views of the Centennial Mountains and Box Canyon. (208) 558-7301. 11. Kelly Canyon Alpine Ski Area: Kelly Canyon is conveniently located just 35 minutes (25 miles northeast of Idaho Falls on Highway 26) from Idaho Falls. With over 740 acres of premier skiing, a 938 foot vertical drop, 20 runs, and 4 chairlifts, Kelly Canyon has a variety of terrain which furnishes excellent skiing for everyone in the family. Kelly Canyon also offers night skiing with all major runs lit six nights a week. 12. Mesa Falls on the Henry's Fork of the Snake River Byway: Not far off Highway 47 the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway, hear the thunder of both Lower and Upper Mesa Falls. The cataract is a feature of the Henry's Fork of the Snake River where the river is squeezed into a gorge that drops 65 feet. This secluded spot along the Henry's Fork offers excellent trout fishing and camping. (208) 652-7442. 13. Palisade Reservoir: On the South Fork of the Snake River, Palisade Dam backs the water up for 18 miles creating picturesque Palisade Reservoir. Located on Highway 26, vacationers will find 9 campgrounds containing 181 family units. Boat launching ramps are located at convenient points along the reservoir. The Southfork of the Snake River and the Palisades Reservoir provide some of the most outstanding native cutthroat trout fisheries in the West. 14. St. Anthony Sand Dunes: Active sand dunes cover an area 35 miles long and five miles wide and provide recreation for dune buggy enthusiasts. (208) 523-1012 www.Sand-Dunes.com 15. South Fork of the Snake River: is considered to be Idaho's Number One Unique Wildlife Eco-system. Emerging from Palisades Dam, the mighty Snake flows through scenic cottonwood bottom lands rich with wildlife, including bald eagles and great blue herons. It is well known for its huge trout, as well as its nesting Canada geese. 16. Targhee National Forest: Targhee National Forest encompasses 1.8 million acres in Eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. It is home to the Henry's Fork of the Snake River and Mesa Falls Scenic Byway. Wildlife abounds in the Targhee, including elk, deer, bear, moose, trumpeter swans, and bald eagles. The Targhee boasts of an extensive trail system for both summer and winter use, and offers the visitor spectacular views and uncrowded opportunities. 17. Targhee National Forest Winter Trails: Fremont, Bonneville, Madison, Jefferson, and Teton County Grooming Districts have 1,400 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Tide from West Yellowstone through Island Park to Rexburg. Trailer to Idaho Falls and ride to Alpine, Wyoming and back. 18. The Teton River Basin: Over the mountains from Grand Teton National Park, the scenic Teton Valley, the Teton River offers trout fishing plus more than 100 species of migrating birds. Over two-thirds of this mountain valley is pasture, open range, lush irrigated fields, boarded by rugged mountains and forested hills. Wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities abound. 19. Teton Scenic Route: Highways 31, 32, and 33 from Ashton through Driggs to Swan Valley provide spectacular views of the Grand Tetons and Teton Mountain Range. 20. Upper and Lower Palisade Lakes: If you like to add back country adventure to your vacation, backpack or travel by horse into the Lower and Upper Palisades Lakes. The six-mile trail is in good condition and the hiking is not difficult. Both lakes and Palisades Creek are stocked with native cutthroat trout and provide good fishing. Chances of seeing wildlife on the trail are good and the scenery is outstanding. 21. Yellowstone Bear World: Take a drive through this unique park and view Elk, Reindeer, Deer, Black Bears, and even Grizzly bears from just a few feet away !! Watch the bears roam through the natural environment and enjoy their curious and playful behavior. Spot Canada Geese, Mallard Ducks, Peacocks, and much more. Open Mid May to Mid October. (208)359-9688 www.YellowstoneBearWorld.com © Copyright 2009 Yellowstone Teton Territory. All Rights Reserved.