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Emmett Idaho Map

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City	Emmett
State	Idaho (ID)
County	Gem County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Boise)

Latitude	43.873498
Longitude	-116.499301
Population	7,647
Density	1134.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	83617
Area Code	208
County Seat	Emmett
School District	Emmett Independent School District 221

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About Emmett, Idaho

Emmett is a locality in Gem County, Idaho, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,647. The population density is 1134.7 people per km². Emmett is located at 43.8735°N, 116.4993°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Boise) timezone. Emmett is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 83617.

Emmett rests upon a landscape defined by the steady, rhythmic flow of the Farmers Cooperative Canal, which guides essential moisture through the arid soil. It lies 12.5 miles north of Star, ID (from Star, ID: bearing 359°T), and is situated 18.8 miles north-northwest of Meridian. The surrounding terrain opens into a vast, sun-drenched basin where the air holds a dry, sharp clarity that defines the Mountain West. To the northeast, the jagged silhouette of Sheep Ridge marks the horizon, standing in silent contrast to the lower, undulating plains that stretch toward Kingman Gulch. The light at dusk here possesses a heavy, amber quality, turning the earth into shades of burnt copper and soft gray. Travelers often notice how the expansive sky seems to press down upon the land, emphasizing the quiet isolation of the high desert.

Emmett emerged as a vital hub for the regional agricultural economy, anchored by the resilience of those who first broke the stubborn, sun-baked ground. Orchards thrive in the sheltered valley, where the deep, mineral-rich soil supports a long tradition of fruit cultivation and seasonal harvest. Beyond the rows of trees, the local industry remains tethered to the land, balancing modern productivity with the older, slower cycles of irrigation and climate. The presence of Black Canyon Reservoir serves as a quiet witness to the engineering efforts required to sustain human ambition in such a rugged environment. Economic life pulse moves in harmony with the changing seasons, reflecting a history of labor that values the tangible results of a well-tended field.

Emmett preserves a cultural character that prizes self-reliance and the simple, unadorned beauty of an honest day’s work. Pioneer Park provides a central space for the public to gather, offering a patch of green grass that stands in stark, refreshing relief to the surrounding sagebrush. Throughout the year, local events emphasize a communal spirit, drawing people together to celebrate the harvest or the specific heritage of the valley. While the pace of life remains measured and deliberate, the residents maintain a strong connection to the land and the history of their forebears. Public figures such as the novelist Vardis Fisher once walked these streets, drawing inspiration from the stark, uncompromising nature of the regional landscape. The quiet intensity of the place suggests that Emmett is a location where the influence of the earth remains the primary architect of the human experience.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Blaser Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 346° N
Gem County Veteran's Monument and Tank (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 054° NE
Emmett City Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 050° NE
Hoppell Field Recreation Facility (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 171° S
Bores Island Wildlife Habitat Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 295° NW
Sawyer Ponds Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 1.6 mi, 214° SW
Payette River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 266° W
Emmett Airport Pond Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 2.2 mi, 234° SW
Long-Billed Curlew Habitat Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 2.8 mi, 180° S
Sand Hollow Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 3.1 mi, 090° E
Black Canyon Reservoir (Resource Management Area) — 5.0 mi, 038° NE
Branson Hollow (Attraction) — 10.0 mi, 238° SW
Mill Wheel (Monument) — 13.0 mi, 207° SW
Eagle Island State Park (State Park) — 13.3 mi, 158° S
Aspens & Pines along the Boise River (Public Artwork) — 14.8 mi, 151° SE
The Haunted World (Theme Park) — 15.0 mi, 195° S
Canyon County Veteran Memorial (Monument) — 17.0 mi, 212° SW
Rosenthal Gallery of Art (Gallery) — 17.6 mi, 210° SW
Whittenberger Planetarium (Museum) — 17.6 mi, 210° SW
Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 17.7 mi, 210° SW
Centennial Amphitheater (Theatre) — 17.7 mi, 210° SW
Boise National Forest (National Forest) — 18.9 mi, 120° SE · 2.6M acres
Northwest Science Museum Vision Center (Museum) — 19.5 mi, 153° SE
Lakeview Amphitheater (Theatre) — 20.1 mi, 187° S
Nampa Train Depot Museum and Interpretive Center (Museum) — 20.5 mi, 188° S
Idaho Aquarium (Aquarium) — 21.7 mi, 149° SE
Gallery 601 (Gallery) — 23.2 mi, 141° SE
BoDo CINEMA (Cinema) — 23.2 mi, 141° SE
Capitol Contemporary Gallery (Gallery) — 23.3 mi, 141° SE
The Flicks (Cinema) — 23.3 mi, 141° SE

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