Nestled at the southern edge of the Yellowstone Caldera, the small rural community of Ashton, Idaho - known as the "World's Largest Seed Producing Area" - is a great destination for both travelers and residents. With its proximity to renowned attractions like Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Mesa Falls and Henry’s Fork of the Snake River, Ashton welcomes close to two million visitors annually.The city is located at the intersection of two Scenic Byways - Mesa Falls Scenic Byway and Teton Scenic Byway - providing plenty of opportunities to explore the region's stunning natural beauty, with its mountains, lakes, rivers, meandering streams, lush forests and meadows.For those looking for a fun challenge, the Mesa Falls Marathon and Half Marathon races are a must-do! The races start in the Targhee National Forest near the headwaters of the Warm River and end in Ashton, while the 10k, 5k and 1 mile races start and end in Ashton City Park.