Things to Do  

More than 1000 miles of recreation trails for bikes, hikers and ATVs are within the public lands of Southeast Idaho.

Feel the Thrill riding ziplines out in Nature. You will receive multiple rides on multiple lines and transport from Main Street in Lava Hot Springs to the lines and back. Fun for all ages.

If you are near Lava Hot Springs Idaho you will not want to miss an evening with the Bakers. A wonderful 30 minute, two horse team wagon ride up to the Chuckwagon site where you will enjoy a great dinner of BBQ beef with all the trimmings including a fantastic desert topped with their home grown raspberry sauce. The scenery is very western.

America's Best River for Tubing: The Portneuf! Lava Hot Springs' Portneuf River won! Here's what USA TODAY said: "Congratulations! Lava Hot Springs has a winner on its hands in 10 Best and USA TODAY's Readers' Choice contest for Best River for Tubing. So get to Lava Hot Springs, rent a tube or bring your own and have a blast floating the Portneuf River!

Nestled in the foothills of Idaho's Portneuf Valley, Chesterfield offers an excellent visitor experience. Located between Lava Hot Springs and Soda Springs, Idaho and along the Oregon Trail, the Idaho village is a significant historic site that calls attention to a specific period of time. Few places of this early period remain, making it all the more important. Its unique history and magnificent scenery have attracted visitors, young and old, from near and far, for many years.

The Lava Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce believes that the business community is an integral part of the livability of any city. The LHSCC has made the commitment to help enhance the culture of the city while promoting the business community that will make business owners and residents alike proud.

Lava Hot Springs latest family attraction! Course features two go kart tracks, beginner and expert. Both tracks provide an adventurous course which features sharp curves, hills, berms and straightaways, Great for all ages with height requirements.

Lava Hot Springs Swimming Pools and Hot Pools. Lava Hot Springs Idaho is located about 2 hours north of Salt Lake City, Utah and 3 hours south of Yellowstone Park. Stop in and experience the best Idaho Hot Springs! Relax in our World Famous Natural Hot Springs! Our Geothermal Hot Springs range from 102˚ to 112˚.

The South Bannock County Historical Museum, in operation for nearly 30 years, offers both permanent and rotating exhibits about the history of the Lava Hot Springs area and development of the surrounding rural communities of Arimo, Inkom, Downey, McCammon, Virginia and Swan Lake.

See the Four-Season Guide to Idaho’s High Country! Travel our Scenic Byways to avoid Road Construction.

Enjoy fresh air, and a good round of golf. With our golf course, you can totally enjoy your golfing experience. Not only is it targeted to veteran golf players but also to young golf enthusiasts, beginners, and even families to enjoy.

Lava Hot Springs Sunken Gardens. The natural setting of the Sunken Gardens showcase native and imported plants and flowers throughout the entire season. Just off Main Street above the World Famous Hot Pools, these gardens are free of charge and used for relaxation and viewing enjoyment. Watch the birds and feel the cool breeze all season long. The rock walls which look like lava are actually the remains of algae reefs formed in the Portneuf River long ago and now provide a beautiful setting.

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Play two fun Disc Golf Courses in Lava Hot Springs Idaho! The Lava Hot Springs Disc Golf Course surrounds the Olympic Swimming Complex. The Lions Club Park Course is several blocks west. Disc are available for sale at local stores. The interactive Google map below will help guide you to each hole.

We are Lava Hot Springs' recreation equipment rental headquarters! So come on in and let the adventure begin! We rent: Tubes and Life Jackets to float the Portneuf River, Mountain Bikes, Skateboards, Disc Golf Sets, Motor, Scooters, Adult & Kid's Dirt Bikes, Adult & Kid's ATVs, Jeeps, Snow Skis, Snow Boards