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Soda Springs has the only captive geyser in the world. It was discovered in an attempt to find a hot water source for a swimming pool. On November 30, 1937, the drill went down 315 feet and unleashed the geyser. The extreme pressure is caused by carbon dioxide gas mixing with water in an underground chamber. The water is around 72 F. It is now controlled by a timer. It erupts every hour on the hour. the geyser reaches heights of 100 feet year round. The Visitor Center features interpretive signs and restrooms.

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Soda Springs Geyser

Soda Springs has the only captive geyser in the world. It was discovered in an attempt to find a hot water source for a swimming pool. On November 30, 1937, the drill went down 315

Soda Springs, ID Natural Attractions

Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum

The Daughters of the Utah Pioneers built this museum in 1983. It features antiques, photographs, and books depicting local history. Special tours outside regular hours and days can be arranged by calling (208) 547-3706, 547-3472, or 547-3888

Soda Springs, ID Museums

Fairview Cemetery

Fairview Cemetery was formally established in the late 1800's and is the largest cemetery in Caribou County. Although many early settlers and founders of the City of Soda Springs are buried here, the best known graves are the Wagon Box Grave and "Carriboo Jack's" Grave. WAGON BOX GRAVE

Soda Springs, ID Cemeteries

Oregon Trail Wagon Ruts

These ruts are remnants of the Oregon/California Trail pioneers. This route was established in 1842 and was used for more than 40 years. The ruts are visible on the left as you enter the Oregon Trail Park. Approximately 2

Soda Springs, ID Pioneer History

Brigham Young Memorial

This is the site of a summer home cabin built in 1870

Soda Springs, ID Memorials

Things to do near Soda Springs, ID

Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum

The Daughters of the Utah Pioneers built this museum in 1983. It features antiques, photographs, and books depicting local h...

Thunder Canyon Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Montpelier Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Preston Golf & Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...

Brigham Young Memorial

This is the site of a summer home cabin built in 1870 for Mormon Church President, Brigham Young, in anticipation of a visit ...