Lava Hot Springs Trip Itineraries

When the darkest days of winter hit, Lava Hot Springs blazes with a weekend of wild fun! For nearly 20 years, Lava’s annual Fire & Ice Winterfest has been brightening hearts with freewheeling mirth, impressive pyrotechnics, and completely bonkers competitions. Buckle up, because we’re going to guide you through this…

The temps are dropping, the flurries are flying, and the holidays are just around the corner — it’s time to lean into winter! At Lava Hot Springs, millions of acres of snowy countryside meet in-town fun that you simply won’t find anywhere else. Make us your cozy home base while…

Summer is almost over — but don’t worry, there’s no need to waste a moment wishing it could last longer. At Lava Hot Springs, you’ll find plenty of ways to sink into the delights of the season: blazing fall colors, cool-weather hiking, stunning sunsets, meandering drives, and plenty of free-flowing…

Feel like your mind and body could use a reset? Consider this your sign to take action! At the upcoming Lava Hot Springs Healing Waters Wellness Fair, you can take a break from the worries of everyday life and focus on your own well-being.  This year’s event, which is scheduled…

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.

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…

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…

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…

  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…

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…

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 -…

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…