The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation is proud to announce the opening of a new 50-unit campground at Thousand Springs State Park. Reserve your spot at Billingsley Creek Campground
Visitor Center Hours:
March 1 to May 21: Open daily on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Note: The Visitor Center will be closed May 15 for a training.
Summer 2025 Visitor Center Hours:
May 22 to September 1: Open 7 days per week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note Malad Gorge will experience flood irrigation every other Tuesday starting May 14.
Ritter Island offers excellent opportunities for photography and birdwatching. Nestled alongside the picturesque Snake River, between two magnificent springs, the property provides a sense of serenity and solitude – the perfect venue for small events and weddings. The site will continue to host the annual Thousand Springs Art Festival that it has become famous for and offering the public the opportunity to tour the existing historic structures.
There are two perfect houses on the island that can be rented for families wanting to experience the property’s charm.
Ritter Island Rentals
Stay the night at Thousand Springs! There are two historic overnight rental homes available at Ritter Island: The Rock House and the Yellow House.
- Information about the Rock House
- Information about the Yellow House
- Information about the Pink House
Rental Fees
Rock House
- Resident: $300/night
- Non-Resident: $330/night
Yellow/Pink House
- Resident: $200/night
- Non-Resident: $220/night
Learn More
Read about the history and background of Ritter Island from the Nature Conservancy:
Maps
Take a Tour
Ritter Island is open Thursday – Monday (closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays) 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day Weekend. You can take a self guided tour of the barn and walk to Minnie Miller Springs. Volunteers will be there to answer questions you may have.
Schedule a Tour
Call Thousand Springs State Park staff: (208) 837-4505.
Rock House Photos
Yellow House Photos
Pink House Photos
Current Conditions
Address: 17970 U.S. Hwy 30
Hagerman, ID 83332
Phone: (208) 837-4505
Hours of Operation: Hours of Operation: | Day-use locations within state parks are open from 7 am to 10 pm, hours may change based on manager's discretion.
