2625 Sunset Dr , Emmett, ID 83617(Gem County)

Area hunters appreciate the exceptional game bird hunting and big game hunting available at their fingertips. Another local natural attraction is Squaw Butte where many people enjoy hiking or snowshoeing.

Local recreational amenities include:

Payette River

Downtown Emmett

Gem Island Sports Complex

Wild Rose Park

Black Canyon Dam

Sawyers Pond

Black Canyon Park

Gem County Golf Course

Roystone Hot Springs

Firebird Raceway

Montour Campground

Agriculture

The current use is farm ground with 100+ irrigated acres of row crops and alfalfa.

Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources

Water Entitlement Acres through Emmett Irrigation District. 2023 assessments are $30/acre and a yearly clerical fee of $65.

Region & Climate

Emmett, Idaho, experiences a semi-arid continental climate characterized by four distinct seasons and relatively moderate temperature variations with an average of about 12 inches of precipitation annually.

History

The town of Emmett was officially founded in the late 19th century and named after Emmett Cahalan, the son of Tom Cahalan, an Irish miner and prominent figure in the community. Emmett’s strategic location along the river and the Oregon Short Line Railroad contributed to its rapid growth. By the early 1900s, it had become a thriving hub for agriculture and commerce. Orchards, specifically apple and cherry orchards, played a vital role in shaping the town’s economy. Emmett earned the moniker The Cherry Capital of the World due to the high-quality cherries grown in the region.

Location

Emmett, Idaho is a thriving community that serves as the county seat of Gem County. The region is known as The Valley of Plenty due to its bountiful agriculture industry and rich soils. Gem County produces a variety of fruits from its abundant fruit orchards. These include cherries, apricots, apples, blueberries and strawberries. In fact, the town even celebrates this during its Emmett Cherry Festivalheld every summer and theHarvest Festivalheld every fall. Many of the local orchards even allow the public to come and pick their own produce. Other notable agricultural roles in the Emmett Valley include dairy farming and livestock farming. Besides the agricultural advantages, Emmett residents also enjoy its close proximity to recreation, particularlyhuntingand fishing. Popular fishing holes include theSagehen ReservoirandBlack Canyon Dam. Area hunters appreciate the exceptional game bird hunting and big game hunting available at their fingertips. Other local natural attractions include thePayette Riverwhich winds through the community andSquaw Butte which many people enjoy hiking or snowshoeing.