Ashton, ID
Nestled at the southern edge of the Yellowstone Caldera, is the small, rural community of Ashton, Idaho. It's positioned between two great Scenic Byways to provide residents and visitors majestic scenic beauty everywhere you look. Regardless of the season, there is always something fun to do and many things to see in and around the Ashton area. In addition to summer and winter activities, annual community events include the American Dog Derby, Mountain Man Rendezvous, 4th of July Celebration and the Mesa Falls Marathon.
Interested in stopping by? Next time you're passing through, don't forget about these great gems:
Mesa Falls - That isn't thunder you're hearing, those are waterfalls! This scenic hotspot draws in thousands upon thousands of visitors each year, in the sunshine and the snow! Located just 20 minutes northeast of Ashton down the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway, this may be one of the most majestic attractions you will have ever laid eyes on! If you enjoy the beauty and power of nature, you can't miss coming here! Click here for more information.
Five 11 Main - Need a good place to grab some lunch? This old-fashioned soda fountain and pizzeria is one of Ashton's most popular restaurants. Five 11 Main serves some of the tastiest fountain treats, stone oven baked pizza, homemade soups and delicious specialty sandwiches that the whole family will love. Be sure to save room for dessert, as they are well-known for their Famous City Drug Huckleberry Shake! Enjoy the downtown scene and pop into Five 11 Main! Visit here for the full menu and hours of operation.
St. Anthony Sand Dunes - You read right; Idaho has sand dunes! Just west of Ashton you can find more than 11,000 acres of of clear, shifting, white quartz sand dunes up to 400 feet high! Interested in ATV riding? How about bonfires under the wide open sky? Or even hooking up an RV or camping at the Egin Lakes Campground? All this and more can be found here! Click here to see what else the Sand Dunes has to offer you.
Ashton, Idaho waits for you! Visit www.saltlakeexpress.com and schedule your trip today! Have fun!