Brigham’s guidebook
Idaho experiences
Fun places close to Griffin's Lair to take the family during your stay in southeast Idaho for great outdoor experiences.
World-famous hot springs along the old Oregon Trial--very reasonably priced per person to visit. Unparalleled hot springs experice--these are probably the best hot springs in the West. An easy and memorable day trip--just an hour from Griffin's Lair. Bring your swimsuits and soak up the serenity. If you are coming north from Utah, stop here on your way up and visit the hot pools, then stop at Costco in Pocatello to buy groceries for your group, then check into Griffins Lair.
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Lava Hot Springs
World-famous hot springs along the old Oregon Trial--very reasonably priced per person to visit. Unparalleled hot springs experice--these are probably the best hot springs in the West. An easy and memorable day trip--just an hour from Griffin's Lair. Bring your swimsuits and soak up the serenity. If you are coming north from Utah, stop here on your way up and visit the hot pools, then stop at Costco in Pocatello to buy groceries for your group, then check into Griffins Lair.
Just a 15-minute drive from Griffin's Lair to stunning views along the famous Snake River. This is a historic Oregon Trail location. Great family-friendly hiking trails along the lava cliffs overlooking the Snake River. Fishing piers and canoeing available. Life jackets are available for use at the park.
Massacre Rocks State Park
3592 W Park StJust a 15-minute drive from Griffin's Lair to stunning views along the famous Snake River. This is a historic Oregon Trail location. Great family-friendly hiking trails along the lava cliffs overlooking the Snake River. Fishing piers and canoeing available. Life jackets are available for use at the park.
The most impressive falls in the western United States in my opinion. The Niagara of the mountain states. This is a great little family day trip from Griffins Lair- just and hour and a half drive west.
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Chutes Shoshone
4155 Shoshone Falls GradeThe most impressive falls in the western United States in my opinion. The Niagara of the mountain states. This is a great little family day trip from Griffins Lair- just and hour and a half drive west.
Fun and inexpensive local family ski resort just 1 hour east of Griffins Lair.
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Pebble Creek Ski Area
3340 E Green Canyon RdFun and inexpensive local family ski resort just 1 hour east of Griffins Lair.
Great local Idaho ski resort just 79 miles west of Griffins Lair. Next valley to the west.
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Pomerelle Mountain Resort
961 East Howell Canyon RoadGreat local Idaho ski resort just 79 miles west of Griffins Lair. Next valley to the west.
If you need to swim the water is heated by natural hot springs and is always a lovely warm 90 degrees. Just 7 minutes north of Griffins Lair along the Rockland Highway.
Indian Springs Resort & RV
3249 Indian Springs RdIf you need to swim the water is heated by natural hot springs and is always a lovely warm 90 degrees. Just 7 minutes north of Griffins Lair along the Rockland Highway.
The best small town in America with the greatest K-12 school in the world. The population is only 299 but there is more to Rockland than meets the eye. Also the headquarters of Direct Communications, a rural telecommunications company that brings fiber optic connectivity to small towns throughout the western states.
Rockland
The best small town in America with the greatest K-12 school in the world. The population is only 299 but there is more to Rockland than meets the eye. Also the headquarters of Direct Communications, a rural telecommunications company that brings fiber optic connectivity to small towns throughout the western states.
The first historic dam built along the Snake River. Marina with boat ramps. Fishing and places for picnics along the waterfront. Visit the dam museum.
American Falls Reservoir
The first historic dam built along the Snake River. Marina with boat ramps. Fishing and places for picnics along the waterfront. Visit the dam museum.
Steadmans is a fun place to spend an afternoon with the family! It's super close to Griffin's Lair-just over the mountain range to the west, which is 2 highway exits west of us. There are two big water slides, covered picnic areas, trampoline, volleyball net, and a zip line. They take donations, so there’s no set price to use the place. Local families and church youth groups come here to spend quality time during reunions. Call 208 349-5722 for reservations.
Steadman Land & Livestock
345 North Yale RoadSteadmans is a fun place to spend an afternoon with the family! It's super close to Griffin's Lair-just over the mountain range to the west, which is 2 highway exits west of us. There are two big water slides, covered picnic areas, trampoline, volleyball net, and a zip line. They take donations, so there’s no set price to use the place. Local families and church youth groups come here to spend quality time during reunions. Call 208 349-5722 for reservations.
Over 22 miles of hiking trails varying from easy to steep and strenuous. Rock climbing and impressive granite formations.
The City of Rocks National Reserve is easily one of southern Idaho’s most accessible adventures. Journey here and check out towering granite pinnacles, fins, and domes stretched out over 14,407 acres of pure Idaho wilderness. Climbers trek here from around the world to scale rock climbing routes. You’ll also find amazing trails here for hiking, mountain biking and bird watching opportunities. There’s a good variety of trails for hikers of all skill levels, and many of the trails intersect around the central area of the granite formations known as the Inner City. Some of the most popular routes are Bath Rock, Creekside Towers, South Fork Circle Creek, and Window Arch trails.
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City of Rocks National Reserve
Over 22 miles of hiking trails varying from easy to steep and strenuous. Rock climbing and impressive granite formations.
The City of Rocks National Reserve is easily one of southern Idaho’s most accessible adventures. Journey here and check out towering granite pinnacles, fins, and domes stretched out over 14,407 acres of pure Idaho wilderness. Climbers trek here from around the world to scale rock climbing routes. You’ll also find amazing trails here for hiking, mountain biking and bird watching opportunities. There’s a good variety of trails for hikers of all skill levels, and many of the trails intersect around the central area of the granite formations known as the Inner City. Some of the most popular routes are Bath Rock, Creekside Towers, South Fork Circle Creek, and Window Arch trails.
Experience Hiking on the Moon. An absolutely unique place with hiking through an incredible ocean of dormant lava fields. Great day trip. About 2 hours from Griffins Lair. One of the great things about Craters of the Moon is that you can see so much from just a few short trails—it’s perfect for families or those who don’t have a lot of time.
Getting There
Please do not rely upon digital navigation systems to find your way to Craters of the Moon. Please note that the visitor center & loop drive are located just off of U.S. Highway 20/26/93 and are not accessed via any unpaved roads. Physical address for the Robert Limbert Visitor Center is 1266 Craters Loop Road. Latitude and Longitude for the NPS Monument entrance are as follows:
Latitude: 43° 27.711'N
Longitude: 113° 33.791'W
It is highly recommended that you begin your visit at the Robert Limbert Visitor Center. Staff at this facility can provide guidance for safely exploring the visitor-friendly NPS Monument.
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Craters of the Moon
Experience Hiking on the Moon. An absolutely unique place with hiking through an incredible ocean of dormant lava fields. Great day trip. About 2 hours from Griffins Lair. One of the great things about Craters of the Moon is that you can see so much from just a few short trails—it’s perfect for families or those who don’t have a lot of time.
Getting There
Please do not rely upon digital navigation systems to find your way to Craters of the Moon. Please note that the visitor center & loop drive are located just off of U.S. Highway 20/26/93 and are not accessed via any unpaved roads. Physical address for the Robert Limbert Visitor Center is 1266 Craters Loop Road. Latitude and Longitude for the NPS Monument entrance are as follows:
Latitude: 43° 27.711'N
Longitude: 113° 33.791'W
It is highly recommended that you begin your visit at the Robert Limbert Visitor Center. Staff at this facility can provide guidance for safely exploring the visitor-friendly NPS Monument.
Food scene
Where to go to eat out if you are staying at Griffins Lair
My favorite restuarant in Idaho. Great service. Higher price but worth every penny. Upscale for Idaho. Excellent quality food. Great for date night or anniversary. Prime rib French dip is unparalleled. Just 40 minute drive into Pocatello for the best dinner experience.
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Jakers Bar and Grill
2365 Via Caporatti DrMy favorite restuarant in Idaho. Great service. Higher price but worth every penny. Upscale for Idaho. Excellent quality food. Great for date night or anniversary. Prime rib French dip is unparalleled. Just 40 minute drive into Pocatello for the best dinner experience.
Texas Roadhouse
560 Bullock StHalf hour away in Pocatello.
Local Rockland diner - serves a great burger - open 7am to 5pm, except closed Mondays. Call (208) 548-2848 to order to go or walk in.
Rupe's Rockland Cafe
221 Idaho 37Local Rockland diner - serves a great burger - open 7am to 5pm, except closed Mondays. Call (208) 548-2848 to order to go or walk in.
Very yummy local Mexican and American food in American Falls- very reasonably priced - just 10 miles north of Griffins Lair. The taquitos are amazing.
Tres Hermanos
4618 Yellowstone AveVery yummy local Mexican and American food in American Falls- very reasonably priced - just 10 miles north of Griffins Lair. The taquitos are amazing.