DISCOVER IDAHO

the Gem State’s premier history + science center is in historic downtown Idaho Falls open 7 days/week

Hunt a mammoth, saunter through an Old West town, and immerse yourself in a world-class traveling exhibit at an affordable price.

Welcome to Eastern Idaho, where wilderness meets culture. Whether you’re excitedly awaiting your getaway to the eastern corner of the Gem State or you’ve just arrived and are ready to explore, you’re in for an experience as breathtaking and diverse as our landscapes—and with some big city excitement and amenities tucked into the mix.

Our scenic backdrop of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and wildflowers has long been called “Yellowstone Teton Territory,” an apt description given our proximity to America’s wonderland and first national park. We are next door to two national parks and the tourist mecca that is Jackson Hole, Wyoming. We know that once you’re here, you’ll see that our six-county region has so much to offer, you’ll have to make plans to come back!

Come see where the road takes you—you’ll no doubt find the unexpected around every corner. Stop and sample our famous huckleberry milkshakes and homegrown fare; watch trumpeter swans, bald eagles, and sandhill cranes make their way across our wide-open skies; and partake in our innumerable recreational opportunities from snowmobiling to fly fishing. Get your fill of nearly each and every outdoor pursuit in the small yet bustling communities of Victor, Driggs, and Tetonia that make up Teton Valley. Stroll quaint city streets with boutiques, local restaurants, and scenic pathways in Rexburg. Scout your next great catch or trophy hunt of a lifetime in Island Park. Cozy up to a slower pace of life with all the charm of yesteryear in Ashton—just one of the small towns you won’t want to miss. There’s so much to see and do in Eastern Idaho, you’ll no doubt be back for more.

And while the great outdoors might be what first attracts you, Eastern Idaho is a cultural destination all its own. Anchored by Idaho Falls, the largest city in our six-county region, even the most urbane visitor will delight in the top-notch arts, culture, and events. These and more continue to make this city no longer an up-and-comer. Idaho Falls has arrived. The region’s largest airport, the second busiest in the state, is located in Idaho Falls, making getting here as easy as hopping on a flight. Now home to the Mountain America Center and Hero Arena, Idaho Falls welcomes national events, hosts the Idaho Falls Spud Kings hockey franchise, and packs the calendar with unbeatable fun for the entire family. But that’s not all. The city offers a celebrated symphony and opera company, terrific historical and cultural museums, and an emphasis on public art that supports the creative and expressive health of our region. Eastern Idaho just might have it all and more.

Whether you’re an angler or a hunter, skier or hiker, art patron or history buff—or maybe all of these things—Eastern Idaho has so much to offer. As we like to say, “It’s all here ... or near!”