Ashton Idaho Map

About Ashton, Idaho

Ashton is a locality in Fremont County, Idaho, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,417. The population density is 804.6 people per km². Ashton is located at 44.0716°N, 111.4483°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Boise) timezone. ZIP code: 83420.

Ashton rests in a wide, sun-drenched valley, cradled by the robust, pine-clad shoulders of the Teton mountain range. It lies 24.0 miles north-east of Rexburg, ID (from Rexburg, ID: bearing 45°T), and is situated 13.7 miles east-north-east of St. Anthony. The land here is a rich, dark loam, a fertile promise that stretches towards the horizon under a sky that often boasts an astonishing, almost impossible blue. The Snake River, a muscular artery of shimmering water, threads its way through the landscape, its banks often fringed with willows that whisper secrets in the breeze. The air itself carries a crisp, clean scent, a blend of wild sagebrush, sun-warmed pine needles, and the distant, earthy aroma of agriculture. In the early mornings, a delicate mist often clings to the low-lying fields, softening the sharp edges of the world before the sun burns it away, revealing the stark, majestic beauty of the surrounding peaks. The history of Ashton is deeply intertwined with the bounty of this valley, a legacy built on the rich soil and the tireless work of those who sought to cultivate it. The area’s economy has long been anchored by agriculture, with vast fields of potatoes and grains painting the landscape in swathes of emerald and gold during the growing season. The nearby presence of timber operations also echoes through the town’s development, a reminder of the forests that have long provided both livelihood and a striking backdrop. Ashton’s character is one of quiet resilience, a place where a strong sense of community is as palpable as the cool, clean water that flows from the mountains. The rhythm of life here is measured, not by the frantic pulse of a metropolis, but by the predictable turn of seasons and the enduring spirit of its people.

About This Ashton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ashton, Idaho — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.071581, -111.448288. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Ashton and Fremont County.

Detailed location data for Ashton includes the ZIP code (83420), telephone area code (208), county seat of Fremont County (St. Anthony), and school district assignment (Fremont County Joint School District 215). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Ashton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.