• Heise Hot Springs has four pools and a water slide
Heise Hot Springs is a modern, family-friendly resort in the Upper Snake River Valley, about 23 miles northeast of Idaho Falls. In addition to geothermal soaking pools, the resort features a golf course, zip line, pizza restaurant, and other amenities.
Long before European settlers arrived, Native peoples lived along the Upper Snake River Valley, hunting, fishing, and bathing in the natural hot springs.
In 1890, Richard Camor Heise, an immigrant from Germany, visited the area and tried the hot mineral waters to treat his severe rheumatism. The waters eased his pain, inspiring him to settle nearby. He soon built a store, a hotel, and public pools supplied by the springs, with help from Elof Nelson, a local builder and engineer who designed a clean-water system.
As roads improved and the surrounding area developed, Heise Hot Springs grew into a popular destination for health seekers and recreation lovers.
Today, the resort continues that tradition as a full-service getaway where visitors can stay overnight or drop in for the day to enjoy the soothing mineral waters and outdoor fun.
Heise Hot Springs Water & Soaking
Geothermal mineral water comes from the spring at 126° F (52° C) and is piped into four pools.
The main soaking pool is kept at 104°F (40°C) — perfect for relaxation.
A family pool, shallow and comfortably warm at 92°F (33°C), welcomes all ages.
The summer swimming pool, open from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day, stays around 84°F (29°C) and features a 350-foot waterslide that empties into a separate splash pool.
As a family resort, swimsuits are required in all pools. The mineral water is lightly treated with hydrogen sulfide to maintain clarity and comfort.
Things to Do at Heise Hot Springs: Beyond Hot Springs
Heise Hot Springs offers swimming, lifeguard, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) classes for all ages.
The resort also features a golf course and zip line, both open seasonally (closed during winter). Please note that the zip line and golf course are operated by separate businesses, and their fees are not included with hot springs admission.
The Snake River flows right next to the resort, providing excellent opportunities for fishing and kayaking. Its native cutthroat trout are prized among anglers and considered some of the best in the world.
When it’s time to eat, enjoy a burger and milkshake at the snack bar, or head to the resort’s well-known pizza parlor for a hearty meal.
Heise Hot Springs Camping & Lodging
You can rent a cabin or stay at the resort’s tent and RV campground. Overnight stays do not include free hot springs access, but guests receive a discounted admission rate.
Alternatively, you can stay in a hotel or short-term rental in nearby Idaho Falls, just a short drive away.
Affordable short and long-term rentals near Heise Hot Springs
Heise Hot Springs | Facts
Location: 23 miles northeast of Idaho Falls • Eastern Idaho • USA
Open: Year-round
Development: Swimming pools, soaking pool, water slide
Clothing: Mandatory
Amenities & Services: Cabins, campground, snack bar, restaurant, zipline, golf course
Hiking distance: Short
Road access: Any vehicle
Day-use fees: Yes
Elevation: 5,000 ft (1,524 m)
Water T° (source):126° F (52° C)
Water T° (soaking pool): 104° F (40° C)
Water T° (family pool): 92° F (33° C)
Water T° (swimming pool): 84° F (29° C)
Odor: None
Chemical used: Hydrogen sulfide
Mineral Content (grains/%):
Potassium Sulphate 8/.0138
Sodium Sulphate 50/.0860
Calcium Carbonate 50/.1034
Magnesium Chloride 15/.0260
Sodium Chloride 180/.3100
Sodium Carbonate 15/.0260
Silica 17/.0290
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Directions to Heise Hot Springs
From Idaho Falls,
- Take US-26 E/Northgate Mile/Yellowstone Avenue for 19.2 miles
- Turn left onto N 160 E and follow it for 2 miles
- Turn right onto E 100 N/160 E/Heise Rd/Poplar Loop and follow it for 0.7 miles
- Slight left to stay on E 100 N/160 E/Heise Rd/Poplar Loop and follow it for 0.5 miles
- Turn right onto E Heise Rd and follow it for 0.9 miles.
Phone: 208-538-7312
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