Outdoor Activities
Ready for something new? Think outside. Trade the usual routine for forests, meadows, mountain views, and fresh air.
See Spring & Fall Semester Activities
Spring & Fall Semester Activities
Take a closer look at all the outdoor activities happening during the Spring and Fall Semesters, and get ready for the time of your life.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Slow things down with a peaceful paddle on one of Southeast Idaho’s local rivers or streams.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Explore local lava tubes, caves, and crevices formed by the region’s volcanic past.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Spend the day exploring the scenic trails, vistas, and hidden corners of Harriman State Park.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Spend an evening riding through forests and open meadows, taking in the scenery and sharing the experience with other students.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Head to the Rexburg Rock Gym to climb, practice your skills, and spend time with other students.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Trade a day in Rexburg for warm water and a change of scenery at Lava Hot Springs.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Hop on a bike and discover how many great trails are hiding just minutes from campus.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Put in the miles for one of the best views of the Grand Teton.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Spend time outside, learn something new, and experience the thrill of descending the rock face.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Open Pool Kayak gives you a chance to practice your kayak skills in a controlled environment.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Take your climbing outside and spend an afternoon at one of our local climbing areas.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Get out on the Henry’s Fork and experience the river from a sit-on-top kayak.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Get away from the lights of town and spend an evening exploring the night sky.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Stand-up paddleboarding combines balance, paddling, and plenty of time outside on a board.
Spring & Fall Semesters
Whitewater rafting brings plenty of excitement while giving you a whole new way to experience the outdoors.
Day Trips & Overnights
Go a little farther and discover what’s beyond Rexburg, from underground caverns to mountain towns and unforgettable climbing destinations.
National Park Tour
Spend a day surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the region.
National Park Tour
Spend the day exploring Yellowstone National Park, including its famous geyser basins and Old Faithful.
Day Trip
Explore Craters of the Moon National Monument when June wildflowers are bursting with color.
Day Trip
Explore an underground landscape filled with impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and other cave formations.
Day Trip
Spend a day exploring Jackson Hole, Wyoming. In addition to the famous western mountain town, you'll spend time in Grand Teton National Park.
Day Trip
See Bear Gulch, Lower Mesa Falls, and Warm River Springs, then explore the area on snowshoes.
Winter Semester Activities
Winter doesn’t mean staying inside. Snow transforms Idaho into a whole new place to explore. Discover how much there is to do when the temperature drops.
Winter Semester
Get outside on cross-country skis and experience snowy trails, crisp air, and beautiful winter scenery.
Winter Semester
Head to historic Harriman State Park and experience winter trails on a fat bike built to roll over snowy terrain.
Winter Semester
Grab some skates and spend an afternoon on the ice at the Neutral Zone in Rexburg.
Winter Semester
Head to the Rexburg Rock Gym to climb, practice your skills, and spend time with other students.
Winter Semester
Open Pool Kayak gives you a chance to practice your kayak skills in a controlled environment.
Winter Semester
Experience a classic winter evening with a horse-drawn sleigh ride and dinner.