Location: Lava Hot Springs
Top Things to do in Lava Hot Springs
10 Things to do in Lava Hot Springs That You Shouldn't Miss
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. Lava Zipline
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 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.
2. The Purple Moon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 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! :)
3. Baker Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Mrttime32
What a great spot to snowshoe and sled. They had equipment to rent that was very reasonably priced and the fees to enter were also great. It was so much fun for all of us! Will definitely be back to visit here again soon.
4. Olympic Swimming Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 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, divingboard and basketball hoops. Heated floors throughout the dressing rooms provide warmth and comfort for all swimmers. 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 gyAustin
We stopped here driving through Idaho for a quick stretch for the kids. They loved it and we ended up staying over 3 hours. There are a variety of indoor and outdoor activities in the pool. Prices were good as well!
5. Lava Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 659 reviews
Year round world class hot pools! Open 363 days a year! Relax in the odor free, chemical free, no sulfur all natural hot mineral water that bubbles directly into the bottom of the soaking pools at 112 cooling to 102 degrees F. Over 2 1/2 gallons of water flow through the pools in 24 hours. 5 outdoor pools with gravel or rock bottoms, 2 of them with jets. Dressing rooms, coin-operated lockers, heated floors. Gift Shop with drinks, snacks and souvenirs.
Reviewed By minatigerlily
I love Lava Hot Springs! Simply put! But all in all great experience, I grew up coming here but hadn’t been in years. The vast hot pool selection is set underneath a beautiful rock wall back drop with pools ranging from 100°-112°. It’s definitely a great destination for a getaway or pit stop during road trip, set right next to a cute little town scape.
6. Lava Hot Springs Indoor Aquatic Center & Portneuf Kiddie Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Onehotjogger
This is a fun activity for all ages. They have a great kiddie pool area, a fun indoor pool with a diving board and climbing wall in the pool, a nice big swim area for little kids and others and of course they have a couple outdoor diving boards and three platforms to dive or jump from as well. If you aren't into doing those activities they have a couple twisty slides and then two big slides that look fast and fun but not for everyone. The bigger slides did take quite a bit of wait time as well. The pool was very crowded on the Saturday in June that we went but we still had a great time. It does seem a little expensive but maybe I'm just cheap-ha! There were two incidents with people jumping off the platforms the day we were there. The lifeguards and staff handled it well. They quickly clear the pool and get them out carefully. It is sad and a bit nerve racking to watch as you don't know what happened and you don't know if the person ends up being o.k. or not. I think they are use to people jumping off the platforms and getting injured or something. They have food you can buy there but we didn't buy any. People brought their own shades to stay all day and it seemed you could also bring in your own food but check on that. It's a great place to go play for lots of hours.
7. Sunken Gardens
8. The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
9. Mountain Mayhem Adventure Rental
10. Lava Hot Springs Inn and Spa
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 87 reviews
Good, clean water with the mineral content that makes people feel good.
Reviewed By dday2018
This place is just amazing.... it does cost a lil more that the bigger hot pools but in my book it is soooo worth it. not as busy and you can feel the history of the lil town where it is located at. if it means something i go here alot and in the winter soooooooo awesome
