About this city
Also known as: Potato Capital of the World
Blackfoot is a historic agricultural powerhouse city and the county seat of Bingham County, Idaho, located in the fertile volcanic soil plains of the Snake River Valley. Officially designated as the 'Potato Capital of the World,' the city lies at the absolute heart of America's commercial potato growing industry. Founded in the 1870s along the Utah and Northern Railway corridor, Blackfoot balances its rich farming traditions, native heritage connections, and historic brick downtown architecture with extensive agricultural science research.
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Suggested stay: 1 day
Tour the quirky exhibits and view the world's largest potato crisp at the Idaho Potato Museum, explore the natural bird habitats along the Snake River Greenbelt, attend the massive annual Eastern Idaho State Fair, and golf at the local riverside course.
