Wondering What To Do When Visiting Island Park Idaho?
Historial Johnny Sack Cabin - snuggled at the very beginning of the henry’s fork of the snake river. we call it big springs river and it is located with in 10 minutes from The Gathering Place macks inn and the chalet in the forest.
Island Park, Idaho is an outdoor lovers paradise. There are many things to do in the Island Park, Idaho area close to Yellowstone. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is less than 30 minutes away!
West Yellowstone is a really fun town with a bookstore, coffee shop, restaurants and more!
Hikes all over the place you could go on a hike every day.
Go tour the Johnny Sacks Cabin for a little bit of local history or Float the Big Springs River. Our cabins/chalets are with in 5 minutes to the boat launch and exit with a 2-3 hour float between.
Kayaking on big springs river that feeds into the snake river is an amazing experience here close to yellowstone. Plus with a view of sawtelle peak being majestic, there are still so many things to see while on the river. we often see a moose or two or three, we have once seen nine moose in one three hour float. you can rent kayaks, bring your own tubes, kayaks or rafts or even an airbnb experience with Teara and Andy to float with our kayaks too. check out availability here Kayaking Big Springs
Or, just RENT the kayaks for yourself. RENT a Kayak for the day.
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Do you have some fisherman/women in the family? Go fly fishing with Henry’s Fork Anglers or on your own!
Several local companies offer boat rentals in the Island Park, Idaho area. Take advantage of the reservoir, Henry's lake, or Earthquake Lake all nearby.
Pull out your GPS device and have some fun Geocaching with the whole family. You never know what you will find hiding!
Go out riding ATV’s in the summer on the abundant number of trails in the area and take a snowmobile tour in the winter. Local rentals available at Mountain Mayhem Day Rentals and High Mountain Adventures.
“Yellowstone Playhouse is a summer dinner theater that will exceed your expectations. You can choose our famous Prime Rib or our delicious hand breaded chicken breast. Round out the meal with a salad, baked potato, corn, baked beans, roll, water or lemonade, and an Ice Cream Sandwich for dessert.
Our portions are huge and take home boxes are available. If you laughed yourself another appetite visit our concessions station at intermission for fresh popcorn, Jackson Hole Huckleberry Sodas, Cinnamon Rolls, candy bars or ice cream.”
Don’t worry about the weather just catch a show at the Yellowstone Playhouse for a good laugh.
From trails to rivers to lakes to just chillin’ in a hammock there is something for everyone in Island Park, Idaho.
We can’t wait to welcome you to one of our well-appointed cabins for your next vacation!
Don’t Miss These Other Historical Sites While Visiting Island Park, Idaho
Continental Divide
Largest Volcanic Caldera
Island Park Summary
And of course, Yellowstone National Park!