Idaho State Parks
SOUTHEAST IDAHO
Rugged lava rocks. Oregon Trail history. Natural water parks. Swim. Boat. Fish. Take in the scenery and recreation of a 20 mile long turquoise-blue lake. Relax in hot springs powered by an ancient volcano. Learn Native American culture. Visit the Paris Tabernacle. See a geyser shoot up from the earth. Tour a cave. Camp. Hike. Bicycle. Southeastern Idaho. Come and indulge yourself in Idaho's pioneering roots, Native American history, bubbling hot springs, and outdoor adventures. http://www.visitidaho.org/placestogo/southeastern.aspx
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HARRIMAN STATE PARK
Harriman State Park lies within an 11,000-acre wildlife refuge in the greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Moose, Elk, and Sandhill Cranes are common, as is North America's largest waterfowl, the Trumpeter Swan. Known as one of the best fly-fishing streams in the nation, the Henrys Fork meanders for eight miles through Harriman. Over 20 miles of trails are available for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross county skiing. Guided horseback tours are offered by a park vendor, Dry Ridge Outfitters, 208 354-2284 http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/harriman.aspx
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BEAR LAKE STATE PARK
Bear Lake State Park is located in a high mountain valley in the extreme southeast corner of Idaho. At 5,900 feet elevation, the park offers a wide variety of both summer and winter recreation opportunities. Bear Lake itself is 20 miles long and 8 miles wide with half of the lake in Idaho and half in Utah. The lake is a water sports Mecca attracting boaters, water skiers, and beach lovers from all over the country.
http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/bearlake.aspx
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HENRY'S LAKE
Located just 15 miles west of Yellowstone National Park, this high mountain lake is the kind of place fishermen dream about. The state park, named after explorer Major Andrew Henry, opens the Thursday before Memorial Day and closes October 31st, weather permitting. The park offers campfire programs and a Junior Ranger program. Anglers fish for cutthroat, brook and rainbow-cutthroat hybrid trout. The park has a modern fish cleaning station near the boat ramp. Camping is at one of 44 sites and there are camping-cabins also available for rent. During winter, information on Henrys Lake can be obtained by calling Harriman State Park
http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/henryslake.aspx
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CITY OF ROCKS
Granite columns, some reaching 60 stories tall, loom high above Circle Creek Basin and are popular with climbers. Many of the granitic rock formations that are the outstanding features of the Reserve are over 2.5 billion years old, some of the oldest found in North America. Established in 1988 as a national reserve, City of Rocks encompasses 14,407 acres of land (about one quarter is privately owned) renowned for its scenic, geologic and historic significance. Take a walk to see inscriptions on the spires written in axle grease by pioneers traveling through on the California Trail. There is a visitor center at Almo.
http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/cityofrocks.aspx
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CASTLE OF ROCKS
Castle Rocks State Park, a former ranch, is Idaho's newest state park, located adjacent to the City of Rocks National Reserve. Its 1240 acres includes similar outstanding rock formations, early 20th century ranch structures and pastures. Facilities are still in development but recreational opportunities include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding and superb birdwatching.
http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/castlerocks.aspx
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LAKE WALCOTT STATE PARK
Lake Walcott State Park is located at the northwest end of the Bureau of Reclamation's Lake Walcott Project, a welcome refuge on the edge of Idaho's high desert. Water skiing, power boating, windsurfing, sailing and bird watching are only a few of the activities that will make your stay at Lake Walcott enjoyable. Camping areas with RV hookups are available. Picnickers enjoy the acres of grass beneath groves of stately eastern hardwoods. Nearby sites of interest include Minidoka Falls near the park, Rupert City Park, and the historic railroad community of Minidoka.
http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/lakewalcott.aspx
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