The Complete Guide to Entertaining your Kids this Summer in Pocatello, ID
Hi there! As residents and realtors of Pocatello, Idaho, we are always excited to share about how great this city is. With summer just around the corner, I've compiled three lists of things you can do with your kids: in our community, in the surrounding areas, and at home.
Don’t Forget to bookmark this page to refer back to throughout the summer!
First, let's talk about what's available right here in Pocatello. Our city has a thriving outdoor community with plenty of parks, trails, and playgrounds to explore. You can take your family to the Pocatello Zoo, which is always a hit with kids. For some fun in the water, check out the Ross Park Aquatic Complex or the Wellness Complex Beach. And if you're looking for something more educational, the Idaho Museum of Natural History is a great option.
Summer Activities in Pocatello, ID
Walk on the Portneuf Greenway-We like walking the bridges with the kids around Centennial Park & letting them play after.
Fishing, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Biking, etc at the Portneuf Wellness Complex
Independence Day Parade (Info will be in the events on this Facebook page)
Bannock Independence Celebration (Info will be on this Facebook page)
Chubbuck Days Parade (Info will be here)
Chubbuck Movies in the Park (Info will be here)
Edson Fischer Nature Area-Walk, bike, fish in the fishing pond, your dog can swim in the dog pond, swimming hole/rope swing, kayaking (at your own risk) in the portneuf river along the same trail. It is very full right now!
Leavitt Center Summer Classes (Guitar, gymnastics, art, cooking, etc.)
If you're willing to venture outside of Pocatello, there are even more options for family fun. Just a short drive away, you can visit Lava Hot Springs for a relaxing soak or try out the water slides at the Olympic Swimming Complex. If you aren’t ready to come home yet you can book an overnight stay at our cabin! For some adventure, head to Pebble Creek Ski Area for mountain biking or hiking.
Summer Activities in the Surrounding Areas
American Falls Reservoir-American Falls-Beach, boating, swimming, fishing
Jensen’s Grove-Blackfoot
Pebble Creek Ski Area-hiking, biking, Wildflower Festival-Inkom
Tautphaus Park Zoo-Idaho Falls
East Idaho Aquarium-Idaho Falls
Japanese Friendship Garden-Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls River Walk-Idaho Falls
Family Fun Center-Idaho Falls
Museum of Idaho-Idaho Falls
Float the Lava River-Lava Hot Springs (Older Kids)
Lava Swimming Complex-Lava Hot Springs
Lava Hot Pools-Lava Hot Springs
Lava Zip Line Adventure-Lava Hot Springs
Lava Go Karts-Lava Hot Springs
Bear Lake-Bordering Idaho/Utah-Swimming, boating, beach, zipline and ropes courses
Lagoon Amusement Park- Farmington, UT
But if you're looking to stay closer to home, there are still plenty of ways to keep your kids entertained. One of my favorite activities is crafts with my kids. We also love to run through the spinklers and draw with chalk on the sidewalk. Another fun option is setting up an outdoor scavenger hunt or backyard obstacle course.
Summer Activities at Home
Sponge Water Bomb Fight (less clean up than balloons and reusable)
Breakfast/Lunch Picnic
Build a Fort
Sprinkler on the Trampoline
Look for Shapes in the Clouds
Camp in the Back Yard
Have them Help in the Garden
We invested in these two bouncy houses and have never looked back!
If all else fails and mom and dad have had enough, blanket fort and movie!
YouTube “Jump Challenger” or “Mario Jump Challenger”. You’re welcome in advance. 2 “player”.
No matter what you choose to do with your family this summer, remember that Pocatello and the surrounding area has so much to offer. And if you're considering a move to our wonderful city, we're always here to answer any questions you may have about real estate. So don't hesitate to reach out.
Join our “Things to do in Pocatello/Chubbuck” facebook group!