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The area that would become Idaho Falls, Idaho saw its first significant development in 1864. At that time, a man named Harry Rickets built and operated a ferry to travel the Snake River. The city's present-day site became a permanent settlement later when a freighter named Matt Taylor built a toll bridge across a Snake River gorge, roughly seven miles downstream from Rickets' ferry. That bridge made travel much easier for settlers in the region as well as freighters and miners looking to strike it rich in the goldfields of Idaho and Montana. Eventually, a number of businesses developed around the bridge, becoming a settlement known as Taylor's Crossing. The name would be changed to Idaho Falls in 1891, which was the same year it would be incorporated as a city.
Today, Idaho Falls has a population of around 65,000, making it one of the largest cities in the state by population. The Snake River still flows right through the center of the city, and its waters offer wonderful opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. If you visit the Idaho Falls River Walk & Greenbelt, you can walk, bike, or run along the beautiful river and enjoy some great views of the city's scenery. The River Walk will also take you to Sportsman Park, which lies at the site of the original toll bridge that spanned the Snake River.
If you're an animal lover, Idaho Falls has a couple of attractions you won't want to miss. One is the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park, which not only boasts a variety of amazing animals from around the world but also contains an entire amusement park! You'll also want to visit the East Idaho Aquarium, a non-profit organization that features all sorts of cool exhibits and aquatic animals.
When you're in the mood to watch a live musical or theatrical performance, you can do so at the Idaho Falls Civic Auditorium, which has been hosting talented acts since 1952. While you're in town, you should also get a look at the impressive galleries at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho. In addition to its five galleries, the museum features an interactive children's art area.
Events Near Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Idaho Falls Pride - This upcoming annual event celebrating the LGTBQ+ community takes place in late June. Come out to have a good time and celebrate all lifestyles.
• Mountain Brewers Beer Fest - The upcoming annual Mountain Brewers Beer Fest has been running for nearly three decades. The event is happening at Sandy Downs Arena in early June, and general admission is $40.
• Idaho Falls Gun Show - This upcoming annual gun show takes place at Bonneville County Fairgrounds at the end of April. The event will feature roughly 150 great vendors for all things gun-related!
