Burley (Idaho)
Cassia County
16-11260
Burley is a city in Cassia County and its county seat in the U.S. state of Idaho. Burley is also the birthplace of Gary Peacock, a jazz bass player.
Geography
The village is located partially in Minidoka County, covers an area of 11.9 km ² (4.2 mi ²), of which 0.3 km ² water surface. The region around Burley offers activities throughout the year. In summer, on the Snake River boat trips, mountain mountain-biking and mountain climbing and winter, the nearby ski Pomerelle Ski activities.
History
The place Burley, founded in 1905, has a rich history. The location on the Snake River and in the shadow of the surrounding mountains made the place a strategic place in the last century. Here met the Oregon Trail and the California Trail, together with 30 other pioneer trails.
Demography
On 1 July 2006 there were 9,174 people in Burley.
Age structure
- The average age is 31 years.
Attractions
- Cassia County Historical Museum