A-Frame Lodge on the River in Irwin, Idaho

Yellowstone National Park: Find out for yourself why Yellowstone National Park was the first National Park in the world. From Old Faithful Geyser to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to the Lamar Valley, this is truly an experience not to be missed. Geothermal features, countless wildlife viewing opportunities, and spectacular geological wonders wait to be discovered by you and your family. Gran Teton National Park: Come for an unforgettable day experiencing arguably the most picturesque landscape in North America. Take in the Teton Range and abundant wildlife of Grand Teton National Park like never before. The expert guides will share their local knowledge, tall tales and favorite wildlife haunts with you, making your Teton experience one you will never forget. Spend the morning, afternoon, or the entire day in one of the nation's most breathtaking National Parks. Guided Fishing Trips: The Lodge has five different sections of the South Fork available for guided fishing trips. The first section of the South Fork is characterized by spectacular riffle fishing. For the angler who wishes to explore the South Fork "on Foot, " there is simply not enough time in a day (or week) to investigate this section of the river. It contains scenic views of the beautiful Swan Valley and the Fall creek waterfalls. At the end of your fishing day, your return trip to The Lodge is approximately 15 minutes. The second section is referred to as the "canyon" section of the South Fork. It is, by any standard, remarkably beautiful with its enormous canyon walls. The fishing is superb and, during the salmon fly hatch, produces unparalleled fishing activity. Although the canyon has its own remarkable riffles, its trademark is astounding bank and Canyon "wall" fishing. A float down this 14-mile section is highly recommended but requires extra time. Access from the canyon is restricted to the public take-out at Cottonwood, which is on the East side of the river. Therefore, the return trip to The Lodge is likely to take 75 minutes. Accordingly, it is recommended a 9:00 a.m. departure time at the latest. The third section is also unique in that it commences at the tail end of the "canyon" section and proceeds 12 miles to the Byington take-out. The put in takes about 75 minutes to access but is worth it as far as positioning on the river during busy season. Simply put, you get ahead of the crowds. Fishing traverses a number of famous areas including Henry's Bathtub, Table rock, etc. It combines excellent bank and rifle fishing with scenic beauty. The return time to The Lodge is approximately 20 minutes. As with the second section, a 8:30-9:30 a.m. departure is recommended. The fourth section has a completely different look as the South Fork exits the canyon and flows through one of the largest natural cottonwood stands on earth. This section is recommended early in the season (May 15 to July 1), as the water warms early on this 7 mile section. The Twin Bridges section is known to hold huge brown trout and fishes extremely well during the salmon fly hatch, which usually begins in late June. The return to the Lodge takes approximately 50 minutes. Some bank fishing, but more "trash" piles of trees and logs with some outstanding riffle fishing. The fifth section of the river at times resembles a trip through the Amazon. Because of warmer temperatures, this section fishes best in May and June. This section is known for early salmon fly hatches and huge brown trout. The float itself is 8 miles long and requires a 50 minute trip to the access and a 70 minute return to The Lodge. This float is particularly recommended in May and June. For those anglers fishing the day and departing and flying out of Idaho Falls, it is worth noting that the Lorenzo take-out is approximately 20 minutes from the Idaho Falls Airport. Guided Hunting: Duck and goose (waterfowl) hunting is permitted on the south border of Palisades Reservoir, and on forest service ground along the river bottom - ranging from the Palisades Dam downstream through the Canyon to Clark's Hill. This is approximately 36 miles of river. The primary species are mallards and Canadian geese, however, you may encounter pintail, wideon, and teal. If you'd like to throw a little fishing into the mix, the cast and blast package is designed to fit your needs.