Pick Your Summer Camping Plan
Has the long winter left you feeling a little claustrophobic? It’s not too early to start planning your summer camping trip — in fact, now is the time to lock down your reservations! Over the past few years, the Lava Hot Springs area has been more popular than ever with campers.
The Insider’s Guide to Winter at Lava Hot Springs
Winter is magic at Lava Hot Springs — and not just because of the cold, clean air and an abundance of snow and sunshine. Everything you need for a much-needed break from cabin fever is within walking or driving distance, from chill-melting hot springs to mountaintop views that will take…
White Pines Hideaway
Need a place for party or book club? Family coming into town? Tired of staying in hotels? Enjoy the comfort and peace of our home. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living room, great-room perfect for meetings, quilting, or scrapbooking. Comfortably sleeps 15. No Pets.
Wagon Wheel Lounge
Where the fun never stops. Live bands most weekends.
Viva la Vida
Cute & Cozy home can be rented by the floor or complete house (sleeps 14 to 16) 9 up & 7 down. A/C, BBQ, WiFi, Purified R/O Drinking Water, Water Softener & continuous hot water system. Available only to our guests-TUBE RENTALS. Within walking distance to pools.
Trail Canyon Lodge LLC
A rustic lodge lies in the heart of Caribou National Forest offering a rejuvenating nights stay. Room features: Comfortable log beds, Private bathroom, Flat screen TV, DirecTV,Wireless internet, Gorgeous views of the Caribou mountains and complimentary warm breakfast.
TPD Tubes
Located next to the hot pools and float put-in points. By the hour or day. Group rates. Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day; Monday thru Saturday.
Top of Town Vacation Home
Sleeps up to 18. Six private bedrooms with seven queen beds, and new queen sleeper sofas downstairs. Speedy Wi-Fi, Netflix on two TVs, a full kitchen, barbecue and picnic area and more. Great for family reunions, multi-family trips, etc.
The Rooftop Bar
The Rooftop Bar is located 75 feet up from Main Street on top of the newly constructed Lava Hillside Suites right in the center of town!
The Harkness Hotel
Modern luxury coupled with historic elegance in a completely renovated 110 year old bank building. Each room is uniquely designed with high-end designer finishes. Crystal chandeliers & vintage newspapers adorn the halls. Glowing reviews. Treat yourself to luxury. 10 mins from Lava.
The Harkness Salon & Spa
Marsh Valley’s premiere salon & spa. Pamper yourself with one of our many services ranging from massages, haircuts/color, manis, acrylics, pedis, facials, microneedling & eyelash extensions.
The Lava Hotel Massage Studio
Open 7 days a week. Located at Aura Soma Lava on Main Street in Lava Hot Springs. Soak, Massage, Soak. 75 minute Couples massage with peppermint foot scrub and gift bag. Finest products used. All massage school graduates & experienced therapists.
The Lava Hotel Waffle Shop
Cast iron waffle makers producing the sweet aroma of a perfectly cooked waffle. Waffles are covered with your choice of lemon curd, chocolate ganache, Nutella, cookie butter, or caramel. Then they are piled with fruit and topped with fresh cream.
Nectar Gelato & Expresso
Cool off on a hot day with refreshing Gelato or grab some Espresso for some quick energy. Conveniently located in the center of Lava Hot Springs Main Street.
Portneuf Bend Campground
Spacious sites for RV’s or tents. Power hook-up only. Potable water is centrally located. Fish the Portneuf River from the campground.
Portneuf Rapids Tubes
Get cooled off & have some fun!! Float the river on a single tube or partner up with up to 4 others on our double, triple, & quadruple tubes!! Our convenient location is next to the big swimming pool at the exit point! See you soon!
Purple Moon
The Purple Moon features World Gifts and Imports from around the globe. From Jewelry to Home Accents, Minerals and Textiles; The Purple Moon is a unique treasure trove waiting for you! We also offer Classes, Workshops, Readers and so much more. See you in Lava!
River Bridge Inn
Four non-smoking apartment units. Fully equipped kitchens and private bathrooms, Cable TV. Nightly accommodations. Call or visit our website for rates and reservations.
River Rat Tube Rentals
Float the Portneuf River on a single, double, triple or quad tube from River Rat Tube Rentals.
Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa
Full service relaxing, adult-only historic hotel located downtown featuring onsite hot springs, massage, & award winning restaurant & full service lounge. We have everything under one roof-you don’t even have to leave the building! Free with your stay: soaking, wifi & Continental breakfast.
Riverside Hot Springs Inn Spa
Relax with a soak in our onsite hot mineral springs followed by a relaxing & rejuvinating massage. Special Spa, Dining & Lodging packages for hotel guests at the Riverside Hot Springs Inn. The Spa is open to the public with advance reservations required.
Riverside Portneuf Grille & Lounge
Northwest inspired cuisine of fresh seafood, hand cut, USDA aged prime steak, pastas, vegan, gluten-free and vegetarian dishes.
Riverwalk Thai Food
Authentic family owned Thai restaurant. Eat in or take out. Located at the top of the hill on the east end of town. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere suitable for lunches to casual dining.
School House Inn
Historic Lund, Idaho School, 7 miles from Lava on Highway 30.Fully furnished 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home, full kitchen and laundry. Perfect for large families, family reunions, weddings, receptions, seminars, meetings, etc.
Smith’s Trout Haven Campground
RV Sites with partial hook-ups (electric only), picnic tables and fire rings. Tent sites with picnic tables and fire rings. On-site restrooms and playground, Pavilion available. Fish in our trout ponds.
Sorenson’s Home Hotel
Enjoy natural hot springs in the privacy of your room! Free WIFI, Samsung flat panel tv with expanded cable, mini-fridge and more! Walk to the Hot Pools. Dining, shopping and outdoor activities nearby. The Home Hotel, your hot springs home since 1918.
South Bannock Historical Museum
South Bannock Historical Center and Museum offers History of Lava and the South Bannock County area. See our Poha-Land of Healing Waters exhibit and traveling exhibits. Admission is $2.00. Lava Hot Springs Souvenirs, merchandise and postcards are available in gift shop.
TaJ Audio
TaJ Audio is an entirely unique mobile D.J. service built out of an ultra-rare restored antique delivery truck. If you are looking for something one of a kind for your wedding or other event in the area and expect top notch equipment and professionalism give T.J. a call at TaJ Audio.
The Greystone Dinner Experience
The Greystone Manor Dinner Experience is a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion or to enjoy a romantic evening. Even if you’ve made lodging arrangements elsewhere, you can still enjoy an elegant meal at Lava’s Greystone Manor. By Reservation Only.
Lava Lockers
Lock It Away And Play All Day! Electronic Lockers with a USB charging port. Open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Located behind the park at the trail to the river. $10 per day. Access the locker you rent as many times as you want during business hours by using a personal pin #.
Lava Senior Citizens Center
Full kitchen and dining facilities, stage with piano. We welcome Class and Family Reunions, Conferences, Dances, etc. Lunch served Monday, Wednesday & Friday at noon.
Lava Shot
LavaShot takes your whitewater photos on the river and will print them up for you on the spot at our photo booth in the center of town. If you are part of a larger group, look into having an on water video of your party shot as you run the rapids.
Lava Zipline Adventures
Feel the Thrill! Check out Lava’s funnest adventure. Year round recreation for everyone. Zip line tours arranged daily. Special group tours available upon request. Come on out for some fun!
Lions Gate Manor Themed Suites
The Phantom may emerge from his Lair to hand out your pool passes when you stay at this custom built, luxury B&B. All themed rooms are ultra elegant with private bathrooms. Large tubs are jetted and illuminated. Finish off with a full country breakfast around a royal hand-carved table.
M.R.& E. Sanitation
Solid Waste Sanitation Services. Garbage pickup service.
Marsh Valley Electric, LLC
Full Service Electrical Contractor, licensed and insured. Commercial, residential, recreational lots, house pumps. Small and large jobs accepted.
Mike’s Market
Small grocery store including a fresh bakery, hot deli, fresh cut meats and fully stocked produce. Ice cold beer and soda pop is always available as well as your essential grocery needs.
Mountain Mayhem
Best rates for river tube rentals and shuttle service plus the latest swimwear, watershoes, Lava T shirts, Roxy and Quiksilver. We also rent scooters, atv’s, bikes, skateboards, disc golf discs, plus rentals for Pebble Creek Ski Area. Group discounts and accommodations.
Mountain Mayhem Adventure Rentals
Best rates for river tube rentals and shuttle service. We rent scooters, atv’s, bikes, skateboards, disc golf discs, plus rentals for Pebble Creek Ski Area.
Mountain Mayhem River Rentals
Best rates for river tube rentals and shuttle service. We have 3 tube rental locations.
Mountain Retreat Real Estate
10+ years specializing in the Lava Hot Springs market. For Buyers, follow link above for a full list of Lava Hot Springs properties. For Sellers, my marketing plan assures your property maximum exposure, including reaching buyers in Idaho, the Wasatch Front, & nationwide!
Lava Lions Club
Monthly Trap Shoots, Boxing Matches, 4th of July Fireworks, Rodeos. Hiking and Bike Trails.
Lava Hot Springs Olympic Pool
Olympic AAU World Class Swimming Pool with it’s 33-foot high diving tower, two fun curly waterslides & two 60-foot speed slides in Summer. A Year Round 25yd Indoor Aquatic Center with Aqua Climb climbing wall, Water Basketball, Portneuf Kiddie Cove, 1 Natural Hot Pool & Party Room rental available.
Lava Hot Springs Liquor
Liquor, Beer, Wine & Wine Coolers. Located on Main Street in the middle of Lava Hot Springs.
Lava Hot Springs Inn Spa
A full body massage experience with Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone and Reflexology. Aquatic Bodywork therapist supports and gently moves the client through warm water in graceful fluid movements.
Kendalls Cozy Cottage
Beautiful 4 bedroom luxury vacation home. Sleeps up to 14 people and 10 more with basement. Tile & hardwood floors. Large deck with BBQ. Laundry, A/C, fireplace, Dish Network. Big yard with volleyball net and horse shoe pits. NO Pets or Smoking allowed.
Lava Ace Hardware
Hardware store providing tools, electrical, plumbing, outdoor gear and general hardware.
Lava Adventures & Lodging
Reserve your place now…Why rent a room when you can have the whole house? Fully furnished and equipped. A variety of vacation rental homes available nightly-weekly-monthly. Massage therapy available. Check out our newest adventure.. Lava’s 1st Zipline!
Lava Campground
Lava campground is a privately owned RV/tent campground. Rent a 1950 Camper or Glamping Wall Tent! Its a relaxed setting with fishing on the Portneuf River, hiking trails, lots of wildlife & spacious camping spots. New apartment rental.
Lava Hillside Suites
Lava Hot Spring’s newest hotel and bar. Located in downtown Lava. Amazing views and great company. Come by and visit us today. A unique and new nightly rental location in the heart of Lava.
Lava Hot Go Karts
We are a Go Kart Track that provides entertainment for the whole family. We have 2 tracks, beginner and advanced. We provide safety helmets, eye wear and a lot of fun. Click our name for Facebook seasonal hours.
Lava Hot Springs Golf Course
We invite you to join us for family and tournament events, beverages & snacks, and nine holes of challenging fun. 2 miles south of Downtown.
Lava Hot Springs Hot Pools
World Famous Natural Hot Springs; pure all-natural mineral water is 102F-112F. No chemicals, sulfur or odor. 5 pools-2 outdoor gravel bottom pools, 2 Jacuzzi pools & 1 rock bottom pool. Dressing rooms, restrooms, showers, heated floors, coin-operated lockers, New souvenir gift shop, snacks & drinks
Lava Hot Springs Inn
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or just some time to soothe your soul, come to Lava Hot Springs Inn. Get a soothing massage, Watsu Therapy or Waterdance. We feature the finest private Hot Pools in town with the most varying temperatures!
City of Lava Park
Located on 5th and Main Street. Pavilions, tennis, basketball, baseball and playground. Pavilions must be reserved. Open sun up to sun down.
Crystal Springs Campground
Campground great for family reunions and groups. Located between Lava and McCammon. Water and vault toilets available. We rent Kayaks and float tubes.
Dempsey Creek Trading Company
Incredible southwest and western designs in jewelry, gifts, and home décor. Native American jewelry as well as a huge selection of western sterling silver jewelry. Pottery, rugs, artifact replicas, statues, beads, knives, cards, moccasins, purses, dolls.
Downata Hot Springs Lodging
Campground includes 20/30 amp, 50 amp water hookups, tent sites. Covered Wagons, Tepees, Wall Tent, Pavilion Rentals, Group Areas. Cabins, Yurts and Meeting Room rental available.
Eruption Brewing & Bistro
Great restaurant and nightlife located in the center of downtown Lava Hot Springs.
Gator Tubing and Mini Golf
Tube the Portneuf River on our tough tubes. Mini Golf course. Opens at 10 am. Located in the center of Lava on Main Street. Rent by the hour or by the day.
George & Lola’s Place
Lava’s only log cabin lodge on main street! 400 yards to all pools. 1 & 3 Bedroom, full kitchen and 2 baths. Cable TV, back yard barbecue & more.
Greystone Manor
A beautiful bed and breakfast inn with conference facilities, wedding chapel and reception center. Soak in the world famous hot pools. Enjoy a couples massage on site at the Greystone. By Reservation Only.
Greystone Manor Event Center
A beautiful bed and breakfast inn with conference facilities, wedding chapel and reception center. Soak in the world famous hot pools. Enjoy a couples massage on site, By Reservation Only.
Greystone Manor Massage Therapy
The Greystone Manor Dinner Experience is a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion or to enjoy a romantic evening. Even if you’ve made lodging arrangements elsewhere, you can still enjoy an elegant meal at Lava’s Greystone Manor. By Reservation Only.
Health West
Non-profit federally funded community health center that provides affordable healthcare in Lava Hot Springs. Behavioral Health, Dental, Medicaid Enrollment, Primary Care, and trusted doctors.
HomeLand Web Design
Complete, responsive Web Design services. Web Developer for LavaHotSprings.com, IdahoHighCountry.org and many area businesses.
Hot Springs Village Condos
Located behind the Olympic Swimming Pool and Water Slides Complex, across the river from the hustle and bustle of downtown Lava. Nightly rentals are available on a space available basis.
Ireland Bank
Full service banking. Outdoor ATM. Financing loans.
Aventures Vacation Rentals Cottage
Discount Hot Pool Passes with your stay! Cutest cottage in Lava. Newly renovated, great rates and quiet yet convenient location. Large yard with fire pit, BBQ, and patio chairs. Cute decor inside including a kitchen, flat screen TV, DVD player and family games. Come relax!
Baker Ranch Wagon Rides
Wagon rides begin the first weekend in June and go through September. Great family or group evening activity (3 hours). Wagon ride, includes dinner and western entertainment. Winter activity available is snowshoe & X-country skiing trails. Snowshoe and boot rentals available. Distance to Downtown: 2.9 miles.
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Whether you are looking for the perfect home, a vacation property, or business opportunity let me help you accomplish your real estate goals.
Blue Jay Inn
Located in the heart of Historic Lava Hot Springs, the newly remodeled Blue Jay Inn is a perfect choice for your destination getaway.
Bristol Park Historic Cabins
We offer 40 acres of mountain trails, mountain camping, river access, fire pit and grill, entertainments including live music and other artistic talents. Stay in Original stage coach lodging off the Hudspeth Oregon Trail. A unique resort for large groups, a peaceful getaway, outdoors enthusiasts.
Cafe & A’more
Cafe & A’more: Quaint, lobby cafe featuring espresso, home baked breakfast items, yogurt, fruit, mamosas & a’more. Open daily from mid-June through mid-Sept from 7-11am. Fri 3-6 wine tastings. Located at the Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa.
Caribou Highlands Golf Course and RV
9 hole Golf Course and Driving Range. Fifteen miles east of Lava. 10 RV Sites, Tenters Welcome, Drinking Water, Fire Rings, Hookups. Pets OK, Pull-thru Sites, Reservations, Showers.
Chuckwagon Cafe
Home cooking away from home. Fast food, full course meals, desserts. Wireless internet. Downtown Main Street.
City of Lava Hot Springs
City Services. Building permits. Zoning licences.
4 Falls Tube Rental
River Tube rentals in the park above the tube put in. East End of Downtown behind the Park.
Adventures Vacation Rentals Office
Choose to stay in our Condo, Villa, Vacation Rental or our Suite. Lots of great lodging choices!
Adventures Vacation Rentals Suites
2 Queen beds in 2 bedrooms. Kitchen with dishes for 4, cooking supplies, flat screen TV’s with DVD players. Breakfast bar with bar stools & vaulted ceiling. Outside patio sets, a fire pit and gas BBQ. Hot pools are only a couple of blocks away.
Adventures Vacation Villa
The Apartment has 2 queen beds in 2 bedrooms, 2 bunk beds, 2 baths, living room, large kitchen with dishes, cooking supplies, 32″ TV’s with DVD player, cable. Outside patio sets, fire pit, and BBQ. Close to hot pools!
Alpaca Inn
Our Inn is the perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway. We have a variety of room sizes, new plush queen beds, micro, refrig, cable, DVD, A/C, hot beverage center, private bath, WiFi etc. Handcrafted Alpaca products, jewelry etc. Please check our web site & Trip Advisor for details.
Alpaca Products and Gift Shop
Handcrafted Alpaca sweaters, scarves, hats, jewelry etc. We have discounted alpaca yarn, roving, batting, and raw fleece for knitters and spinners. Please check our web site or facebook for more details.
Here’s How to Enjoy Fire & Ice
Fire dancers. Freezing floats in the Portneuf River. An insane relay race involving ice, wheelbarrows and shovels. Sounds like a crazy combination, right? But at the Lava Hot Springs Fire & Ice Winterfest, such activities are just the tip of the iceberg (pun very much intended). This annual event is…
5 Ways Lava Will Make Your Holiday Season Extra Sweet
Lava Hot Springs may be a small town, but its holiday spirit could fill the whole state. No wonder it is increasingly a must-visit winter destination for folks from Eastern Idaho, Northern Utah, and beyond — it’s the perfect place to kick off a new family tradition. Whether you prefer…
Fall In Love With Lava This Autumn
Here’s a little secret: Lava Hot Springs blazes with life in the fall. The summer crowds disperse back to work and school, but recreation opportunities ramp up as temps cool down. Whether you’re part of a family making a visit, a solo traveler, or a couple looking for a…
Make Lava Your Self-Care Sanctuary
Back in the day, the cure for stress was simple: Get away for a while. Slow down. Change the scenery. Take a break from work and get down to the business of distraction-free relaxation. Sounds blissful, doesn’t it? At Lava Hot Springs, the prescription for the ills of modern life…
Stay in Town or Get Outside… Lava Offers The Best of Both
Our scenic corner of Idaho offers the best of both town and country, with a historic downtown that’s begging to be explored and enough recreation to satisfy the most serious outdoor enthusiast. And the best part? You can do both in one day, a weekend, or – even better -…
Top 10 Things To Do In Lava Hot Springs
Our city boasts world famous hot springs, but once you get out of the pool there’s so much more to explore. Set against the beautiful Bannock and Portneuf Mountains, the Lava Hot Springs area is a haven for recreational enthusiasts, history lovers, and wanderers of all kinds. There are so…