Jefferson County Lake Park

State: Idaho

Address 1: 490 N. 4000 E.

City: Rigby

Open: Closed winter

Number of Sites: 48

Camp URL: http://www.visitidaho.org/thingstodo/view-attraction.aspx?id=31769

Full Hook: Yes

In a rural setting one mile north of Rigby, half way between Idaho Falls and Rexburg off of US Highway 20. The 68 acre park includes a 40 acre lake with sand beaches for swimming and non-motorized boating. The lake is in a beautiful setting surrounded by trees and shrubbery with an island toward the west edge of the lake. The lake is fed by rising ground water in the spring. A paved 2.2 mile (eight foot wide) pedestrian and bike path around the lake, two pieces of playground equipment, volleyball nets, and tennis courts are provided. Three covered group picnic shelters and multiple small picnic shelters are available for individual use. The park is vegetated with cottonwoods and other deciduous trees. The park has picnic and camping areas around the lake. The campground is a great place to stop overnight when headed to Yellowstone; the lake is visible from the highway and easy to get to. Shelter reservations: $10 plus tax. Call (208)745-7756