| | The history of Burley began with a rich Native American background. The Burley area is home to the Oregon and California Trails along with thirty plus other pioneer trails. More pioneer trails and cutoffs passed through Cassia County and the Burley area than any other part of the United States.The main Oregon Trail crossed the northern edge of the county in a westerly direction. The California-Applegate Trail left the Oregon Trail in the northeast corner of the county through the City of Rocks and headed southwest toward California gold. To this day, many of the original wagon ruts still appear in the landscapes. Burley City was founded around 1905.Burley enjoys outdoor activities year round. In the summer, the Snake River is a haven for boaters and personal watercraft. The mountains surrounding Burley are full mountain bike and hiking trails, pristine lakes and hidden hot springs. Nearby City of Rocks offers world-class rock climbing with camping available too.In the winter, Pomerelle Ski Resort offers 24 amazing runs. There are also many perfect getaways for snowmobiling.Do you like geocaching? Burley, Idaho offers over 800 opportunities for geocaching. When you visit Burley, be sure to bring your GPS and look for geocaches near Burley. |  | | | |
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