Buhl, Idaho
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Buhl is a city located on the old Oregon Trail in the western half of Twin Falls County, Idaho, United States. The population was 3,985 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Twin Falls, Idaho Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Historic U.S. Route 30 goes right through Buhl along the scenic Thousand Springs Scenic Byway from Twin Falls to Bliss. Known as the "Trout Capital of the World," Buhl boasts numerous hatcheries in the immediate surrounding area, which produce most of the rainbow trout consumed in the United States. Clear Springs Foods, located just north of Buhl, processes over 20 million pounds of rainbow trout each year, making it the world's largest producer.
Buhl was founded on April 17, 1906. It was named for Frank H. Buhl, a major investor in a Carey Act project known as the Twin Falls South Side project, which introduced large-scale irrigation to the region in the early 20th Century.
Literary trivia: In Truman Capote's historically-based 1965 novel, In Cold Blood, one of the murderers, Perry Smith, gets temporary work as a "truck driver" in Buhl.
The Buhl Chamber of Commerce supports local merchants and community members in many ways, The following services are just some of what your Chamber can do for you.
For more information contact Christine Garrison.
ADVERTISING
Advertise on the Chamber reader board and take part in newspaper, radio, and television advertising.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITY SPONSORSHIP
See our Events page for all the activities we sponsor!
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Showcasing new businesses, new business ownership, or business changes.
EXTRA MILE AWARDS
Extra Mile Awards honor employees of Chamber businesses who have shown exemplary service.
SUPER SATURDAYS
The second Saturday of every month is Super Saturday in Buhl with specials at participating businesses.
CHAMBER LUNCHEONS
The Buhl Chamber of Commerce meets over lunch to hear a speaker every first and third Tuesday of the month at the Grandstands at the corner of Main and Broadway in Buhl.
BUSINESS AFTER FIVE
A networking evening for businesses and community members is held monthly.
Our Mission
The Buhl Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote businesses, economic development, and community growth in Buhl, Castleford, and the West End of Twin Falls County.
