Preston Idaho and Franklin County
There’s something for everyone here in Preston, from the arts to the outdoors. We enjoy our hometown environment. As we grow, we are finding ways of preserving the variety of wildlife that resides in the mountains, fields and reservoirs around us, the family owned businesses and the quiet neighborhoods.
THAT FAMOUS PRESTON NIGHT RODEO! During the first weekend of August on Thursday through Saturday, Preston presents That Famous Preston Night Rodeo. Come downtown for the city-wide sidewalk sales, Craft, Vendor and Antique Fair on State Street and the Rodeo Parade.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS is held on the Friday night following Thanksgiving. The night features a lighted parade, fireworks, and a spectacular turning on of all the lights. The lights will stay up and turned on until the beginning of the new year. You’ll want to make the Festival of Lights an annual trip to Preston.
OUTDOOR RECREATION! Fishermen and water-skiers come from miles around to our nine reservoirs. Peaceful campgrounds and refreshing hikes are within an easy distance. Snowmobiling is a favorite sport in the Bear River Range of the Wasatch Mountains. Whether you are site-seeing or hunting the wildlife is abundant. Occasionally wildlife can be seen in our backyards and fields, but mostly in the beautiful mountains and near the many waterways. Scroll down to view a list of area recreation.
HISTORIC SITES AND SCENIC VIEWS can be found along the Pioneer Historic Byway that passes through Preston on Highway 91. We hope that you will get off I-15 and come visit our beautiful hometown of Preston.
HOME OF NAPOLEON DYNAMITE – Visit the sites where the movie was filmed, eat some tots and pick up a flippin’ sweet Napoleon Dynamite T-Shirt while you are there.
Preston Area Business Association – Lodging and Recreation
City of Preston Idaho
Franklin County Idaho
Franklin County Area Recreation
Reservoir north of Preston Idaho. Rainbow trout, perch, bluegill, crappie and large mouth bass.
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Preston Golf and Country Club is a challenging 18 hole semi-private golf course with great scenery. It is a semi-private golf course that is open to the public everyday. Affordable rates for serious golfers, family groups, ladies, and juniors. The front nine has mature tree lined fairways. The back nine has…
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Highline is a 55-mile trail mostly at 9000 feet elevation between Preston and Soda Springs. It is suitable for both hikers and bikers as well as Cross Country skiing or snowshoeing in the winter. Contact the Montpelier Ranger District for maps and information. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGIS…
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Trailhead for snowmobiling, ATV riding and mountain biking.
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Beautiful off-grid intentional community with solar power, composting toilets and organic food. Maple Grove features 3 large soaking tubs and 1 large therapy pool along with a variety of other amenities. The water is free flowing, sulfur free and odorless with temperatures ranging from 95-112. There are campsites, yurts, tents…
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Weston Canyon Trailhead for snowmobiling, ATV riding, hiking, horse riding, dirt bike and mountain biking. Connects to trails leading to Malad. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGIS interactive map. Snowmobile Map: Idaho State Parks Snowmobile Trail Map with Grooming Info
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The Bear River Heritage Area straddles the Idaho-Utah border where the Great Basin and the Rocky Mountains meet. Come and experience its unique and varied cultural heritage. www.bearriverheritage.com
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Glendale Reservoir near Preston is best suited for anglers and has the highest bass catch rates in the region. All bass under 16 inches must be released. Also present are bluegill and rainbow trout.
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A large outdoor swimming pool and hot tubs fed by natural hot water, including a therapeutic jetted tub. A waterslide and children’s pool make this a good family outing. A gaming room and snack bar compliment the changing and locker rooms. The resort has eight hotel rooms with hot tubs…
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Beautiful bird watching site in Oxford Idaho. Large colonies of nesting Snowy and Cattle Egrets, White-faced Ibis and Franklin’s Gull can be found here. Several heron, egret, and tern species, Northern Harrier and Long-billed Curlew also nest at this site. Large numbers of waterfowl and shorebirds including breeding American Avocet…
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12 lanes of retro style, hard wood lanes. Featured in the cult classic film, "Napoleon Dynamite" movie. Birthday parties and business meetings. There is also a restaurant.
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Trailhead near Preston Idaho for snowmobiling, ATV riding, horse riding, dirt biking and mountain biking. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGIS interactive map. Snowmobile Map: Idaho State Parks Snowmobile Trail Map with Grooming Info
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Birding: Raptors, Shorebirds, Songbirds, Upland Birds, Waterbirds, Waterfowl. Open year-round. View the Idaho Birding Trail Interactive Map View the Idaho Birding Trail PDF View our Birdwatching Guide to Southeast Idaho Brochure Fishing: Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout.
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The Academy is a unique 3-story Romanesque stone building, constructed in the early 1890s. It is one of three, out of 35, similar surviving buildings from the days of Mormon Church sponsored education. It was moved from Preston High School to it's current location in 2004.
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Johnson Reservoir is located about 3 miles north of Preston offers good fishing. Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Muskie. Find fishing and boat rules on the Idaho Fish & Game website. Boat ramp, dock, vault toilet. Requires paid boat inspection for Quagga mussels. Watercraft only used…
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Day Mountain Ranch Resort offers beautifully appointed luxury cabins, horse back riding, hiking, gun range, event pavilion and just pure fun! The ranch has over 2,300 acres to enjoy with trails, wildlife and scenery to enjoy. Perfect for Family Reunions, Weddings and Corporate Retreats.
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Fishing Reservoir located in Franklin County is 151.7 acres. Stocked with Rainbow Trout.
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Preston Idaho has 4 new, well maintained Pickleball Courts in the Preston City Park.
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Westside High School's Performing Arts Center features dance, theater, music, comedy and more.
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Twin Lakes is one of the most popular recreation sites in southeast Idaho located approximately 15 miles northwest of Preston. It has excellent bass and trout fishing. Visit Idaho Fish and Game for fishing rules and information. Camping and RV parking. Group camping sites available. Open April thru September. 57…
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Open summer only. The oldest continually settled town in Idaho, Franklin was founded in 1860 by Mormon pioneers. Several original buildings stand in the historic district: the Relic Hall, the old ZCMI store, the Hatch House, and others. The Old Yellowstone Route is just outside of Franklin where stagecoaches full…
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Condie Reservoir has been managed for trophy large mouth bass since 1990. Bluegills and yellow perch are also present.
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Cub River snowmobile trails sport over 350 miles of groomed trails to get you into the greatest high country snow this side of winter. Thousands of acres of great snowmobiling include Cub River Canyon, Paris Meadows, Midnight Mountain, Green Basin. Summer offers hiking, biking and ATV trails.View our ArcGIS interactive…
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The January 29, 1863 Bear River Massacre of 250 or more Native Americans, by Colonel Patrick Connor and his troops, occurred here. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1990. The battle became one of the worst disasters for Native Americans in the west.
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Oneida Narrows is a beautiful reservoir for fishing, boating and family fun fishing for Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, and Yellow Perch. Float the Bear River on float tubes or rafts. There are two public lands campgrounds in the area: Maple Grove Campground and Redpoint Campground. They require an overnight camping fee….
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Fishing reservoir located about 3 miles north of Preston.
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