Recreation abounds in Star Valley. You can slowly float down Salt River on an inner tube, or you can white water raft down Snake River if you dare. The valley's water resources provide for fishing, boating, water-skiing, and kayaking. Take pleasure in the valley’s mild summer temperatures while visiting the town parks, nearby campgrounds, tennis courts, and golf courses. Rodeos and horse shows throughout the summer play a part in the western flavor of life in the valley. Stroll down the streets of the towns, and pick up that just right something that you have been looking for. Enjoy an auction, or holiday celebration, meal parade, and activities to your heart's content. There's the annual dog sled races in winter, mountain man rendezvous and Dutch oven cooking competition in summer. Don’t miss the Lincoln County Fair each year, with competition and entertainment galore. It's good old fashioned fun at its best. For the more adventurous, take advantage of Star Valley's snowmobile trails ranked top in the nation. Cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and sledding are accessible from any door, all in a winter wonderland. Star Valley is home to the "All American Cutter Races." Watch thoroughbred and quarter horses race at breakneck speed down a quarter mile "cutter" or chariot track I winter. Remember that Star Valley I only a short drive down the beautiful Snake River Canyon from Jackson Hole, Yellowstone National Park, the magnificent Tetons and world class ski mountains.
Star Valley Chamber of Commerce Attractions:
Star Valley has many attractions to keep you busy. The valley is fed by mountain lakes, rivers, creeks and springs flowing into a 20 mile long lake. The Intermittent Spring is a unique attraction being the largest of only three in the world. Star Valley is home of Freedom Arms, makers of world class revolvers, and the famous 454 Casull. Visitors are welcome. The world famous Star Valley Cheese Restaurant is a mandatory stop for a cheese burger and a slice of homemade pie. Aviat Aircraft produces the internationally recognized Pitts Special. It is acknowledged as the world's leading aerobatic and air show display plane. Golfers will look forward to a day of golf on any of the challenging valley course.
(credit for this article must be given to the Star Valley Chamber of Comerce) |