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Shelley Idaho Map

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

Latitude	43.381304
Longitude	-112.123306
Population	4,785
Density	1023.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	83274
Area Code	208
County Seat	Blackfoot
School District	Shelley Joint School District 60

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About Shelley, Idaho

Shelley is a locality in Bingham County, Idaho, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,785. The population density is 1023.0 people per km². Shelley is located at 43.3813°N, 112.1233°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Boise) timezone. Shelley is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 83274.

Shelley defines the quiet character of the high desert plateau, where the horizon stretches wide under an expansive, pale sky. It lies 7.4 miles southwest of Idaho Falls, ID (from Idaho Falls, ID: bearing 217°T), and is situated 10.0 miles southwest of Ammon. The landscape around Shelley remains dominated by vast stretches of fertile farmland that catch the golden quality of the afternoon light, turning the earth into a mosaic of deep brown and green. To the west, the Snake River carves a steady, enduring path through the plains, providing a vital artery for the moisture that sustains the local fields. Beyond the immediate flatlands, the distant silhouettes of the Sand Hills rise against the light, marking the boundary where the cultivated ground transitions into wilder, rugged terrain. Even in the stillness of a summer dusk, the air carries a crisp, dry clarity that makes the distant landscape appear sharp and intimate.

Agriculture forms the fundamental rhythm of life in Shelley, where the soil has long supported a tradition of robust, large-scale potato production. Early settlers recognized the potential of this arid basin, establishing a community that grew alongside the development of reliable irrigation systems. The local economy continues to rely on the processing and shipping of these harvests, which remain the primary engine for regional industry and commerce. Beyond the fields, the pace of work is dictated by the turning of the seasons and the demands of a harvest that requires both patience and precision. Shelley maintains a sturdy, industrious spirit, reflecting a history of labor that has transformed a once-desolate expanse into a productive, vital center of regional supply.

Shelley fosters a culture of neighborly connection, often gathering at Centennial Park to mark the passage of time or celebrate local traditions. The annual Idaho Annual Potato Spud Day serves as a focal point for the community, drawing residents together to acknowledge the humble tuber that anchors their shared identity. While the life of the populace is largely defined by these regional customs, the influence of the wider world arrives through the quiet exchange of ideas and the steady movement of people across the plains. Notable figures, such as the actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood, have found the authentic, unadorned character of this region compelling enough to utilize its backdrop for cinematic storytelling. Life in Shelley proceeds with a deliberate, unassuming grace, grounded in the reality of the land and the endurance of those who call it home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Virginia Theater (Theatre) — 0.1 mi, 222° SW
Founding of Shelley (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 122° SE
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 306° NW
Not Even Once (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 154° SE
Curt Brinkman Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 232° SW
Gem State Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 2.4 mi, 013° N
Hell's Half Acre Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 3.9 mi, 310° NW · 68k acres
Brandon Meppin Memorial Field (Monument) — 5.7 mi, 211° SW
Actors' Repertory Theater of Idaho (Theatre) — 8.7 mi, 029° NE
Idaho Falls (Viewpoint) — 8.7 mi, 027° NE
Pugsslane Alley (Gallery) — 8.8 mi, 028° NE
Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 8.9 mi, 027° NE
Lava Beds (Attraction) — 9.0 mi, 233° SW
Possibly Picasso (Arts Centre) — 9.1 mi, 050° NE
Collectors Corner Museum (Museum) — 9.5 mi, 035° NE
Regal Edwards Grand Teton (Cinema) — 9.5 mi, 048° NE
Paramount Triplex Theatre (Cinema) — 9.5 mi, 043° NE
East Idaho Aquarium (Aquarium) — 10.3 mi, 030° NE
Targhee National Forest (National Forest) — 13.9 mi, 036° NE · 1.6M acres
Tex Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 16.4 mi, 090° E
Bingham County Historical Museum (Museum) — 17.3 mi, 220° SW
Snake River Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 18.1 mi, 007° N
Snake River (Wild & Scenic River) — 27.1 mi, 018° N · 36k acres
The Butterfly Haven (Nature Reserve) — 27.5 mi, 238° SW
Cedar Butte Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 29.1 mi, 255° W · 37k acres
Scott Samuelson Labrinth (Attraction) — 31.4 mi, 006° N
Poison Flat Trailhead (Attraction) — 31.6 mi, 056° NE
Caribou National Forest (National Forest) — 32.9 mi, 180° S · 986k acres
Grays Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 34.6 mi, 118° SE · 22k acres
Camas National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 36.3 mi, 350° N · 22k acres

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