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Ashton, IdahoAshton
Spend a day for fishing and town stroll; add a night if you want a base for Yellowstone or Island Park trips.
Ashton is a tiny seed‑potato hub on US‑20 with excellent trout fishing at the nearby reservoir and easy road links to Yellowstone and Island Park. One full day covers the main sights; an extra night gives flexibility for park visits.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (warm, good fishing, road open)
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited services)
- Airport
- IDA
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ashton, Idaho, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyAshton is low‑risk; main concerns are winter road closures and limited services.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire · 911 ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIDA Idaho Falls Regional Airport (≈45 km (28 mi) east, rental cars available).IDA Idaho Falls Regional Airport (≈28 mi (45 km) east, rental cars available).
- Getting aroundCar is essential; US‑20 runs through town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Subway$2–3
- Budget bedLog cabin, a night, per roomUS$130
- Mid-range bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IDA Idaho Falls Regional Airport (≈45 km (28 mi) east, rental cars available)IDA Idaho Falls Regional Airport (≈28 mi (45 km) east, rental cars available)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Mar
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest Jan (8 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ashton, Idaho: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
8 rd
Feb
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
7 rd
Mar
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
6 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
4 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
1 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential; US‑20 runs through town. Parking is free at most shops and the reservoir.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Yellowstone National Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Drive west on US‑20, 45 km (28 mi), about 45 minDrive west on US‑20, 28 mi (45 km), about 45 min
Enter via West Yellowstone entrance; early start recommended.
Island Park, Idaho
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
Continue west on US‑20 past Yellowstone, 20 km (12 mi), 20 minContinue west on US‑20 past Yellowstone, 12 mi (20 km), 20 min
Great for additional fishing spots and scenic drives.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Eagle Peak Lodge
Lodge on White Pines Ave, good for families
Rankin Motel
Simple rooms on Hwy 20, budget option
The Fishing Bear Lodge
Cabin‑style rooms near Main St
Ashton Log Cabins
Self‑catering cabins on East Main St
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–$110 excl. bed
- Mid
- $110–$170 excl. bed
- High
- $170+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget motel room1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental (compact, 3 days)2 × US$200 · check | US$400 |
| Fishing license (state, per person)2 × US$12 · check | US$24 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$78 |
| Trip total≈ US$431 per person per day, bed included | US$862 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Subway | $2–3 |
| Burrito at El Rincon | $6–9 |
| Fishing guide hour | $50–80 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter snow can close Hwy 20; check road conditions.
- Limited medical facilities – the nearest hospital is in Idaho Falls.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire
- 911
- Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
US consulate in Boise (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Idaho Falls (IDA) → Ashton, car rental: ≈ $40–60 per day (check rates)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ashton, Idaho. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep (warm, good fishing, road open) · avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Eagle Peak Lodge for park‑access base.
- Consider a car‑rental package from IDA airport.
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