Places and Activities to do in Eastern Idaho
Playmill Theatre West Yellowstone
If your looking for a fun night whether for a date or with the roommates the Playmill Theatre is the place for you! The Playmill is a live theatre where members of the cast are involved with audience in many ways. When you first arrive at the Playmill members of the cast first show you to your seat. They pull members out of the audience to participate and also have sing-alongs for some of the shows. Each season the Playmill does different plays so you could go see several different...
4th of July Celebration
If your stuck in Rexburg for the 4th of July and are looking for different things to do one of the best 4th of July celebrations in the area is in Idaho Falls. Every year Melaleuca puts on a beautiful 4th of July Celebration on the Green Belt by the Snake River. This event is completely free you just have to find a place to sit to watch the fireworks. The awesome thing about their firework show is they sync music from a radio station to the fireworks so...
St. Anthony Sand Bar
With highs getting into the 90s this next week it’s time to hit those popular swimming holes to cool off. One swimming area located on the Snake River is in St. Anthony. This swimming area is known as the Sand Bar. It’s been a popular swimming spot for locals for over 60 years. One nice thing about the Sand Bar is that is absolutely free to use. Some different amenities that the sandbar offers is shelters, picnic tables, a water slide, a playground, sand boxes, a roped area for...
Squealers Fun Park
Are you looking for some outdoor activities to do in this beautiful weather? Squealers Fun Park is the best solution for you! They offer many different activities and pricing packages to choose from and are perfect for roommate outings, dates, or family home evening. This is also a place where all ages can come and enjoy! Squealers most popular attraction is probably their go-cart track. They also have a climbing wall, bouncy houses, mini-golf, batting cages, and bumper boats. Seasonal they have a corn maze and also an ice...
Green Canyon Hot Springs
Hot springs have become a very popular attraction for people to travel. In Eastern Idaho we have several hot springs one of which is Green Canyon Hot Springs, located just about 40 minutes away from Rexburg. This hot springs is unique in that it has a big indoor pool as well as a hot springs pool that has a cover that can be taken on and off. Mostly during the summer they have the top taken off and you can look up at the stars in the sky while...
Square Ice Cream and Fall Creek Falls
One of my favorite summer activities is going to Swan Valley and getting square ice cream and then going to see the Fall Creek Falls. This is a nice easy drive just a little less then an hour away from Rexburg. Two cautions is make sure your gas tank is full because there isn’t any gas stops between Ririe and Swan Valley and also watch out for wild life especially deer crossing the roads. The square ice cream is located at Rainey Creek Country Store. They have a...
Rigby Lake/ Jefferson County Lake
This weekend if you’re looking for a nice way to cool off with out having to travel far Rigby Lake is the perfect place. Located just off HWY 48 its just 15 Minutes from Rexburg. This location is great for families because there is a shallow end in the lake where kids can play safely. There is also a play set that is located on the shore of Rigby lake great for kids to play on while the mom tans in the sun. Another popular thing about Rigby Lake...
Monkey Rock
With the weather looking like its going to warm up almost to the 80’s this weekend it might be time to look for some swimming spots. Monkey Rock is popular to locals and attracts many BYU-I students as well. This swimming hole is absolutely beautiful because of the beautiful waterfall that is there! Monkey Rock got it’s names because of the people that began climbing to the top of the water falls and jumping off. When jumping off the water falls be cautious that you know what is underneath....
7N Ranch Mini Golf
While your enjoying your memorial weekend staying at Heise be sure not to miss out on the amazing mini golf course just down the road at 7N Ranch. This golf course is the most unique golf course you will ever see! It is made out of old farm equipment and is shaded with bushes and trees unlike most mini golf courses in this area. Mini golfing at 7N doesn’t cost too much so it’s a great place to take the youngsters after they are tired of swimming. Families, friends,...
Heise Hot Springs
Are you looking for a close but fun get away for Memorial weekend? Look no farther Heise Hot Springs is waiting for you. This place is great for a weekend get away because it has everything you need to enjoy yourself. First thing you will need to is to pack your car with a tent because Heise has a beautiful campground located just off of the Snake River. You can roast marshmellows tell campfire stories and enjoy a night under the stars. If you aren’t too fond of the...
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