BACKYARD TREASURES
BACKYARD TREASURES Dig Deeper for an authentic experience Bloomington Canyon
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outheast Idaho is an obvious location for nature lovers. With millions of acres of exquisite landscape and gorgeous lakes and reservoirs, it’s a world-class nature haven. There are also dozens of historic landmarks waiting and wanting to be visited. Well-known sites attract thousands of visitors every year, but for an experience off the beaten path, check out a selection of our backyard treasures.
ROSE POND
This 40-acre pond is a great sportsman’s access site for fishing. It has indoor and outdoor archery courses with a wellmaintained 10-mile trail that connects the pond to Jensen’s Grove in Blackfoot.
Formation Springs Nature Preserve
FORMATION SPRINGS NATURE PRESERVE
Located less than five miles outside of Soda Springs, Formation Springs is a 195-acre nature preserve with remarkable geological formations featuring terraced mineral pools. It is a refuge for deer, elk, and waterfowl. Nature trails get visitors close to both geological formations and wildlife.
ABERDEEN SPORTSMAN’S PARK Edson Fichter Nature Area
EDSON FICHTER NATURE AREA
Pocatello’s community pond is located in Southwestern Pocatello along the Portneuf River. The pond is a great location for families to fish or swim just minutes from downtown Pocatello. There are several docks and trails for access around the pond.
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Sportsman’s Park is an extensive campground with RV parking and tent sites. There are 16 RV spots available with hookups and 10 without hookups. Visitors can access several attractions and amenities in the vicinity including a onemile nature trail, boat dock on American Falls outlet, small beach, horseshoe throwing area, and volleyball net.
THE BUTTERFLY HAVEN
A great activity for families and groups of all ages! The Butterfly Haven is located
in Pingree and showcases a very wide variety of Monarch Butterfly species including at The Butterfly Monarch and Haven Queen. Walk around the greenhouses and see vibrant flowers and butterflies in their natural habitat. The season runs from May to September as the butterflies are not active during the colder months.
PEBBLE CREEK TRAILHEAD
Explore Southeast Idaho’s magnificent mountains like the Pebble Creek area. The trailhead is a great starting point for snowmobiling, ATV riding, and mountain biking. The massive pines and fresh air are a welcome retreat for outdoor enthusiasts of all types.
THE HARKNESS HOTEL
Rest easy in unexpected luxury. The Harkness Hotel is located in McCammon and is one of the most beautiful hotels in the area. It was awarded the 2018 Most
