Idaho State Parks Near West Yellowstone

Discover 2 parks within driving distance of West Yellowstone

Henrys Lake State Park

Island Park, Idaho
20 miles away

"West Yellowstone visitors often add Henrys Lake State Park to their itinerary for quieter fishing and lake recreation outside the national park crowds. It is an easy side trip for a scenic afternoon or overnight stay."

Henrys Lake State Park offers a classic mountain-lake experience with excellent fishing, a boat ramp, picnic areas, and campground access. Its location near the Idaho-Montana border makes it a popular base for exploring the Yellowstone region and nearby public lands.

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Madison Buffalo Jump State Park

Three Forks, Montana
58 miles away

"West Yellowstone visitors may include the park on a longer regional loop through southwest Montana. It provides a meaningful historical stop away from the busier national park corridor."

Madison Buffalo Jump State Park is a nationally significant archaeological site where Native peoples once drove bison over a cliff. Today, it offers a short hike, interpretive signage, and expansive views of the Madison River Valley and surrounding mountains.

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