Idaho is full of people who much prefer the quiet of nature over the chaos of crowds. Lucky for us, our state is full of destinations that you can visit where solitude is easy to find. A quick visit to the closest state park or reserve is perfect for when you feel like a break from civilization, especially when it comes to the destination featured here. Henrys Lake is a little-known park that is perfect for a quiet escape. Enjoy the idyllic beauty of this tranquil landscape and plan a visit soon!
Need a break from the noise? Look no further than the idyllic and little-known Henrys Lake State Park. Hiding out in eastern Idaho, this tranquil park is worth an escape.
Located in Island Park, Henrys Lake is one of Idaho's great high mountain lakes—the likes of which is an angler's dream come true. For this reason, the park is popular among anglers fishing for cutthroat, brook, and cut-bow hybrid trout.
However, there's truly something for every nature lover at this wide-open destination. Boasting an abundance of nature trails for hiking and biking, the park's rich natural scenery is completely picturesque.
Comprised of 585 acres on the south shore of Henrys Lake, you'll find that there's plenty of space to stretch out and have some quiet time with Mother Nature. The park itself boasts a boat ramp, campgrounds, cabins, a fish cleaning station, and restrooms as amenities.
In fact, there are over 80 serviced campsites that can be found within the park, along with three rentable cabins (one of which is ADA-accessible.) Whether you're looking for a tranquil camping spot or simply a place to spend a few hours, this park is just the place.
With an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers, visiting Henrys Lake State Park comes with plenty of opportunities for adventure. Additionally, Yellowstone National Park is located just 15-miles west, making Henrys Lake a great stopover on your way to the iconic Wyoming park.
If you prefer the types of places in Idaho where nature is abundant and people are not, Henrys Lake State Park is bound to satisfy. Give it a visit the next time you need to soak up some natural beauty. This beautiful area won't disappoint!
