Golf
Four golf courses are located within minutes of Idaho Falls. Southeast of the city is 18 hole Sandcreek Golf Course, one of three maintained by the city of Idaho Falls. Sandcreek opened for business in 1980 and has become very popular with local golfers. Pinecrest Golf Course, and the brand new Sage Lakes Golf Course round out the three public 18 hole courses in the area. A private course, Idaho Falls Country Club, is also an 18 hole course, just south of the city in the foothills. Six other courses can be found within a 50 mile drive of Idaho Falls.

Swimming
The Idaho Falls Aquatic Center is a modern indoor public facility providing residents with a place to play in the water. The "Z" shaped pool holds 285,000 gallons of water, and there are two hot pools.. just the place to take swimming lessons, fitness classes, or just relax an paddle about.

Camping
Should you desire to get closer to nature, camping opportunities abound in eastern Idaho. Whether you select campsites located in the Palisades Reservoir region, Island Park, or choose to head west to the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Also, for the not so nature bound, commercial campsites are located within minutes of downtown Idaho Falls.

Hiking
An extensive trail system is available throught the region for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding.

Hunting
Eastern Idaho has plenty of room for hunters and permits are easily available. Varieties range for trophy elk, mule deer, and antelope to bear, moose, upland game birds, and waterfowl. Hunter congestion is rare.

Fishing
Eastern Idaho's fly fishing is incomparable. "The Henry's Fork is the premier dry fly fishing stream in the entire world," says John Randolph, editor of Fly Fishing Magazine. Both Henry's Fork and the South Fork of the Snake River offer unparalleled opportunities for fishing and the tributaries and reservoirs produce excellent rainbow, eastern brook, brown and cutthroat trout, kokanee salmon and whitefish. Eastern Idaho is quickly becoming a central destination for western fly fishing and fly fishing enthusiasts. It has become a perfect location for the person that enjoys getting out of the big city.

Idaho Falls is a hub to some of the finest blue ribbon trout waters in the world. The Henry's Fork, the South Fork of the Snake, the Madison, the Silver Creek, the Beaverhead, the Big Hole, Henry's Lake, and Yellowstone are all within a two hour drive or less from our city. Many other small streams, rivers and lakes offer excellent fishing without the crowds.

Wildlife Viewing and Photography
Fly fishing is only part of the fun. You'll also view abundant wildlife such a moose, deer, bear, otter, elk, and an occasional mountain goat. The largest population of nesting bald eagles in the lower 48 states can also be seen on the banks of the South Fork. You can witness the country's top trout fishing experts at work, the ospreys, as well as ducks, geese, great blue herons, and more that 80 species of nongame birds.

Whitewater
If your visiting eastern Idaho, be sure to take time out to enjoy our spectacular river system. You can choose 1/2 day, full day, or longer trips. You can make your selection form rafts, kayaks, canoes, drift boats, or even jet boats.

The Middle Fork of the Salmon River remains Idaho's most famous stretch of river. This river is now federally protected as a "wild and scenic" river. The Snake River below the Palisades Reservoir, as well as just outside of Jackson, Wyoming, offers excitement and splendor. For a more relaxed, leisurely float, the Big Springs National Water Trail near Island Park take four hours and offers wildlife viewing opportunities.

Skiing
The upper elevations of Eastern Idaho are buried deep in snow in the winter months. For the Nordic skier, groomed trails are located within the national forest boundaries and on private ground. the Trailsystem will provide a challenge for skiers at all skill levels. Close by Alpine Ski areas include: Kelly Canyon, Grand Targhee and Jackson Hole. Pictured here, the Idaho Side of the Grand Teton Mountain rises to almost 14,000 feet above sea level and receives an average 500 inches of snowfall each winter. Grand Targhee Ski Resort is located near this mountain.

Snow Mobiling
An extensive network of groomed snowmobile trail is maintained throughout Eastern Idaho. This playground includes both public and private lands. Trail maps are available detailing major routes as well as areas that are closed to snowmobiling. Several shops and resorts rent snowmobiles and the necessary gear and offer guide service for day trips.

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