Pocatello sits at 4,462 feet elevation where the Portneuf River meets the high desert of southeastern Idaho. This city of 56,000 anchors a metro area along Interstate 15, serving as a regional hub between Salt Lake City and Boise. Winter temperatures average in the low 20s with substantial snowfall, while summers bring dry heat into the 90s. The Portneuf Range rises dramatically to the east, creating a striking backdrop. Idaho State University shapes much of the city's character, with its 12,000 students adding energy to the downtown historic district and surrounding neighborhoods.
