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Preston is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 4,682 at the 2000 census. The city is the county seat of Franklin CountyGR6.

The Bear River Massacre occurred in 1863 at a point a few miles northwest of Preston.

In 1866, Mormon pioneers arrived in the northern end of the Cache Valley, stretching across southeastern Idaho and northeastern Utah. They founded a town in that location and named it Worm Creek, but later changed it to Preston.

Preston is located at 42543N, 1115231W (42.095160, -111.875330)GR1.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.3 km (6.7 mi), all land.

There are many mountains around the city that reach an elevation of more than 10,000 feet above sea level. In the south, in both Utah and Idaho, are irrigated fields. Nearby is the Cub River Canyon, which is a popular recreation area.

Within Preston itself, US Highway 91 is the main north-south street, State Street. By taking Highway 91, it is possible to travel to Preston from Logan, Utah. Oneida Street, also Idaho Highway 36 is the primary west-east road. Preston is a brief drive from Interstate 15.