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Lava Hot Springs Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in Bannock County, Idaho, United States

About Lava Hot Springs

Native American people have used the springs for healing for centuries. It was a common place shared by many nations. Settlers started living here in the mid-1800s. Some buildings in the downtown date from the early 1900s. The core of the town is small, laid out along the Portneuf River, which flows westwards from the Portneuf Range to the east, through town, and onwards to join the Snake River nearPocatello. US Highway 30 runs east-west to the north of the town and the river.

Top Attractions in Lava Hot Springs

Explore the best things to see and do in Lava Hot Springs:

  • Lava Hot Springs Mineral Pools
  • Portneuf Rapids Tube Rental
  • Portneuf Rever take-out spot
  • Portneuf River put-in spot
  • Swimming pools and water park
  • TPD Tubes

Where to Eat in Lava Hot Springs

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Portneuf Grille & Lounge
  • 🍴Sweet Stuff

Where to Stay in Lava Hot Springs

  • 🏨Riverside Inn

Lava Hot Springs Travel Guide Sections

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