Rexburg is the county seat of Madison County, located 80 miles from Yellowstone and 65 miles from Jackson Hole. The Rexburg area claimed a piece of Idaho history in 1976 when the newly built Teton Dam collapsed sending flood waters onto the valley. Rexburg is home to BYU-Idaho, a private college with tree-lined campus streets and an ambiance going back to 1888. Best Western Rexburg Idaho.
Things to do in Rexburg
Grand Teton National Park
Teton rises 13,770 feet above sea level towering over the valley of Jackson Hole. The twelve Teton peaks reach over 12,000 feet in elevation. Although the eastern face range is sharply steeped, the western range slopes gently downward, displaying the tilt angle of the Earth's crust. This is the youngest mountain range in the Rocky Mountain system featuring some of North America's oldest rocks. Visitors are advised to concentrate on park areas rather than attempting to see all attractions in one day. Call 307-739-3300 for more information.
P.O. Drawer 170, Moose, WY 83012
Heise Hot Springs
Open from May to September, our 82 degree filtered fresh water pool creates an invigorating, fun environment for the whole family. Call 208-538-7312 for more information.
Ricks College
Originally named Bannock State Academy in the 19th century, Ricks College was founded in 1903 by the Latter Day Saints. Call 208-356-2200 for more information.
Saint Anthony Sand Dunes
Dunes up to 400 feet high provide an attraction to off-road vehicle enthusiasts in a wilderness study environment. Shifting up to 8 feet per year, the white quartz sand dunes offer a unique experience to visitors and a haven to wildlife. Call 208-524-7500 for more information.
1405 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls, ID
Teton Flood Museum
On June 5, 1976 a devastating flood occurred when the newly constructed Teton Dam gave way. Located in the former LDS Tabernacle, the museum displays artifacts and photographs of the disaster. Visitors can opt to tour the actual former dam site. Call 208-359-3063 for more information.
P.O. Box 244, Rexburg, ID
Yellowstone Bear World
Yellowstone's only drive-through wildlife preserve is dotted with grizzly bears, black bears, gray wolves and several other North American wildlife. Up-close encounters are standard affairs, but as always, good judgement is recommended for a safe and happy visit. Call 208-359-9688 for more information.
P.O. Box 160, Rexburg, ID
Yellowstone National Park
Visit America's premier National Park, featuring over 2.2 million acres and drawing over three million visitors yearly. Yellowstone was established in 1872 by the United States Congress for the enjoyment of the people and to preserve the many attractions throughout the park. Featuring over 250 active geysers that sprout among 10,000 total thermal features, the park has more geysers than any place on earth. Some top features include Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Hayden Valley, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Lake, Norris Geyser Basin, Lamar Valley, Tower Falls, Lower Geyser Basin and West Thumb Geyser Basin. Highlighted by the powerful Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is 1200 feet deep. Situated in stark contrast are the many pristine mountain ranges-home to grizzly bear, elk, American bison, moose and wolf. Call 406-388-2100 for more information.