Where the race finishes
Ashton, Idaho
Ashton offers a rich history and many attractions. Yellowstone Park is only one hour away. Grand Teton National Park is one and a half hours away
There are four rivers within 10 miles of Ashton. The Henry's Fork of the Snake River, Fall River, Teton River, and Warm River and all are outstanding trout streams. There are three notable waterfalls nearby, Upper Mesa Falls and Lower Mesa Falls both on the Henry's Fork, and Cave Falls on Fall River.
Things to do: fishing, boating, sightseeing, wildlife viewing, hiking, bird watching, the St. Anthony Sand Dunes, horseback riding, wild flower viewing, waterfall viewing, mountain climbing, museums, shopping, and biking.
Stay
Where to stay in Ashton
Ashton's own cabins, lodges, inns and guest ranch — the closest beds to the finish line.
The Jolley Camper & Cottage1146 North 3400 East
Ashton, ID 83420
United States
Squirrel Creek Guest Ranch & Inn4587 E 1200 N
Ashton, ID 83420
United States
Island Park
Island Park and the Henry's Fork
North of Ashton, the Henry's Fork of the Snake River winds through Island Park — celebrated trout water, quiet lodges and cabins in the pines, and the road on to Yellowstone.
Upper and Lower Mesa Falls are both on the Henry's Fork, between Ashton and Island Park.
Lodging in Island Park
Yellowstone Cabin Rental3987 John Road Old Shotgun Road
Island Park, ID 83429
United States
Lodging in St. Anthony and Rexburg
Larger towns to the south, with more rooms to choose from.
- AmericInn Lodge & Suites
1098 Golden Beauty Drive
Rexburg, ID 83440
United States
Camp
Camping near Ashton
US Forest Service: Caribou National Forest
208-652-7442
Highway 20
Ashton, ID 83420
Preston Springs Campground
Located near the marathon starting line. No reservations, no services.
Pole Bridge Campground
Located near the marathon course. Semi-primitive, reservations not required.
Warm River Campground
Located around mile 16.5 on the marathon and mile 3 on the half marathon course.
Make a week of it
Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Yellowstone Park is only one hour away. Grand Teton National Park is one and a half hours away.
Two of the country's great national parks, both inside a morning's drive of the finish line.
Yellowstone National Park · Grand Teton National Park (National Park Service)
Travel
Getting here
International Airport
Local Airports
Idaho Falls Regional Airport: Is only 53 miles from Ashton Id. And is Located in Idaho Falls Id.
Jackson Hole Airport: Is only 80 miles from Ashton Id. And is located in beautiful Jackson Hole Wy.Weather
Ashton, Idaho Weather Patterns- The weather in Ashton in mid July is generally runner friendly. The typical marathon starting temperature is around 40-50 degrees and the afternoon highs average about 65-70 degrees. Winds are generally light with low humidity, lots of sun, and little rain. However, this is Idaho—be prepared for anything!
Plan
Area resources
Ashton Idaho Chamber Of Commerce
Ashton Chamber of Commerce a voluntary organization of citizens who are investing their time and money and working together to improve the economics, civic and cultural well-being of the area.
City of Ashton
City Of Ashton is a wonderful place to live or visit! One of it's most outstanding natural resources is certainly the magnificent view that can be had of the Teton Mountains.
Yellowstone Teton Territory
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