Approved by the Bannock County Commission for year-round recreation and living, Lava Ranch Mountain Properties was incorporated as a recreational subdivision in 1984.  Nestled in the mountains south of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, both trailer and cabin sites can be found on the Mountain.

    Douglas Fir and Aspen trees abundantly cover the 470 lots of Lava Ranch, each lot containing 5 acres or more.  Elk, deer, moose, rabbits, wild turkeys, eagles and hawks are just a few of the species of wildlife that make their homes in Lava Ranch and the surrounding area.  Even bears have been reported to be in the area. No hunting is allowed in Lava Ranch so it is not uncommon for the wildlife to wander right through camp.

    Amenities for Lava Ranch Property owners include the Frank May Pavilion, where registered visitors to Lava Ranch can camp, hold reunions, or just enjoy the beauty of the area.  Restrooms are available.

    Lava Ranch also provides a fishing pond for it’s property owners and guests.  Annually stocked with fish, it is a favorite spot for the youngsters and oldsters alike to try their luck at catching ‘the big one.’ 

    With some 33 miles of roads within the subdivision, there is ample room to ride ATVs in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter.  For both safety and security, all recreational vehicles are required to display the lot number of the sponsoring property owner, as well as a current State of Idaho recreation sticker.  Non-compliant vehicles are subject to Trespassing citations.

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