Location: Lava Hot Springs
Top Things to do in Lava Hot Springs
- 1. Idaho's World Famous Hot Pools
- 2. Olympic Swimming Complex
- 3. Lava Zipline
- 4. Lava Hot Springs
- 5. The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
- 6. Lava Hot Springs Indoor Aquatic Center & Portneuf Kiddie Cove
- 7. Lava Hot Springs Inn and Spa
- 8. Baker Ranch
- 9. The Purple Moon
- 10. Portneuf Grille & Lounge
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What to do and see in Lava Hot Springs, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Lava Hot Springs is a city in Bannock County, Idaho, United States. It is part of the 'Pocatello, Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area'. The population was 407 at the 2010 census, down from 521 in 2000. Located in the mountainous valley of the Portneuf River on the old route of the Oregon Trail and California Trail, the city has become a popular resort location, noted for its numerous hot springs amenable to bathing and a turbulent inner tube run through part of the town.
Restaurants in Lava Hot Springs
1. Idaho's World Famous Hot Pools
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 477 reviews
Year round world class hot pools! Relax in the odor free, natural hot mineral water that bubbles directly into the bottom of the soaking pools at 112 cooling to 102 degrees F. Summer Olympic swimming complex, waterpark and indoor aquatic center provide excitement for the entire family. You can scream down the waterslides at the summer fun Olympic Swimming Complex or dive from the 10 meter diving platforms. Play in the year round Indoor Aquatic Center with Portneuf Kiddie Cove year round. Camping, lodging, food and fun are located next door in the town of Lava Hot Springs.
Reviewed By Michelle M - Orlando, Florida, United States
This was a nice mid-way point on our drive from Salt Lake to Jackson Hole. We wanted to experience something in Idaho, and this was a great place to feel like a local! There are several pools with varying degrees of heat. I really enjoyed the facility and thought it was very clean and enjoyable.
2. Olympic Swimming Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Heated, Olympic sized 50 meter swimming pool with ten, seven and five meter diving platforms as well as three and one meter spring boards. Curly slides for the ride of your life or the new speed slides shoot you down at over 35 miles per hour. Lots of grass space for picnicking or you can purchase food at the on-site grill. Outdoor pool is open the summer months only. the Indoor Aquatic Center is open all year with a poolside climbing wall, springboards and basketball hoops. Heated floors throughout the dressing rooms provide warmth and comfort for all swimmers. Coming in winter of 2013 is an indoor kiddie play area with all the fun a zero depth splash and play area can provide. Year round fun coupled with access to the World Famous Hot Pools make this a must see and do destination.
Reviewed By Royce A - Centerville, Utah
We had 22 of our family and split our time between the pool, hot pools and floating with tubes on the river. The hot springs pool is clear beautiful water with slides, diving boards and platforms. On weekends it is crowded and there are lines to get in. There was a large kids area and the teens and others love the challenge of the platforms. It's a natural hot springs with and overflow into the nearby river (which was also a fun spot for the kids to play)
3. Lava Zipline
Overall Ratings
5 based on 41 reviews
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.
Reviewed By Francis S - Salt Lake City
Best zip-lining experience. They care about your health, safety and pushed you to do more if you could! Best of all- the instructor was hilarious!! We got to meet some great people and really felt welcomed!! THANK YOU for such a great time!!
4. Lava Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By escott63 - Inman, South Carolina
Our trip thru Idaho was delayed and the visitor center gave us information on Lava Hot Springs Mineral pools. We were not sure it was worth the trip but it was great. The facility was very clean. The hot pools were so relaxing. It was worth much more than the $10 admission fee .
5. The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Booklady2013 - Idaho Falls, Idaho
This museum located within the visitor center at Lava Hot Springs, Idaho is much larger than I expected. The information on local area history and the Native People who have long lived here is excellent. I've been to several museums in Idaho and found this one informative and charming. Allow more than an hour. Staff is very helpful!
6. Lava Hot Springs Indoor Aquatic Center & Portneuf Kiddie Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Kell E
We drove up for the day to visit and I am glad we did. This place is a lot of fun and the price is reasonable. The water feels great and there are slides and diving boards. There is also lots of grass areas to put towels down and hang out.
7. Lava Hot Springs Inn and Spa
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 66 reviews
Good, clean water with the mineral content that makes people feel good.
Reviewed By Thomas D - Cold Spring, Kentucky
This inn is right in the middle of town. The place is rather run down, but there are seven pools that are different temperatures. Nice place to spend a couple hours.
8. Baker Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Halfpint93 - Lava Hot Springs, ID
It was so awesome to ride in a wagon being pulled by big beautiful horses. They take you up to your property, feed you, have entertainment and see the beautiful mountains. So fun for the whole family.
9. The Purple Moon
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
The Purple Moon Crystal Co. World Gifts has been a long standing fixture of the town of Lava Hot Springs for close to eighteen years. Stop by and browse the ever changing unique and eclectic inventory. Get an Acupuncture treatment/body work with Xindao Clinic or visit with one of our Healing Artists for Tarot, Toe Readings, Reiki and more. Product lines include, but are certainly not limited to: Gemstones of all shapes and sizes; Textiles from around the world; Swords, Knives and Martial Arts Supplies; Jewelry of all kinds; Local and imported Candles, Incense and Fragrances; Indonesian Carvings and Furniture; Books, Music and Divination Decks; Rugs, Tapestries and Altar Cloths; Prayer Flags, Malas, Bells and Singing Bowls. The Purple Moon Crystal Co. is a rich resource for those seeking unique world goods, spiritual tools and so much more! We look forward to greeting you soon! :)
Reviewed By Jeff_the_Explorer - Salt Lake City - Utah
I've been stopping by The Purple Moon in Lava Hot Springs for years - in fact, every time I pass by! It is fun to see what is new and unique that has been brought in from across the world. The Purple Moon tends towards the sophisticated new age aware shopper but also has a great variety of cultural items from Africa and Asia and original art work for sale. On one trip I asked Brad if he could find ma a larger sized hand carved Eastern styled Buddha, he said he would look into it. This past weekend I stopped in and there it was - custom ordered from Malaysia! and < $40.00. Very Cool.
10. Portneuf Grille & Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Lolindy - Seattle, Wa
Stopped in for a beer and some food. The staff was extremely friendly and fun. Live music at night. Random industrial location but not difficult to find.
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