PLAYMILL THEATRE - Close To Yellowstone
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Close To Yellowstone Playmill Theatre in West Yellowstone, MT. This years shows are some of Visit Island Park Idaho’s favorites. We are going to have to go catch them too.
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Tips for snowmobiling in and around Island Park, Idaho by the locals
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The locals care about your safety and have provided us an awesome list for tips for snowmobiling here in Island Park, Idaho, close to Yellowstone.
Read MoreDid you say, "retreat in the forest?" YES!
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Do you have some friends that need a forest getaway? We have the perfect place! Come see!
Read MoreMoose Moose Moose Moose
/We often catch an animal on this camera but tonight we were so blessed to catch this. What magical creatures. Enjoy these beauties.
Winter Stay Close to Yellowstone National Park
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Come visit the magic of Yellowstone in the winter too!
Read MoreWho else loves BBQ low and slow?
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One of our favorite stops every time we Visit Island Park Idaho, Close to Yellowstone is the Raised Southern BBQ. We invite you to do the same if you love your BBQ cooked low and slow. Come meet the owners and check out their amazing menu too, and they are “to-go” so you can take it to your place and enjoy your mouth watering BBQ in the comforts of your cabin. Be prepared to share because the smell will invite the whole family.
Read MoreWant to peek inside the Big Chalet ?
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Welcome to The Big Chalet in the Forest… come with us on a tour. Take a walk through the big chalet and see what you get when you stay here. Welcome!
Read More"The kitchen is stocked with everything ... "
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“The Chalet is very well located for seeing Yellowstone, and we drove in from the north and had to drive through West Yellowstone to get to the cabin. It was a very quick and easy drive to the national park and would be the perfect home base for exploring this national treasure. It’s also a quick trip from the Chalet to Big Sky, Montana and the Lewis and Clark Caverns (where we were the day we drove in).”
Read MoreCheck out this recent post about staying at the Little Chalet in the Forest
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Check out this guests’ story of a super amazing mom and me trip to the Little Chalet in the Forest. We love hearing about your awesome experiences here in our bit of paradise in the forest.
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Some of our favorite images from this summer.
/Check out Charlie Lansche - C.M. Lansche Images online HERE for some amazing images of our magical area.
Osborne Sunrise. How many ranchers, fishermen, and passersby have crossed the Henry's Fork via the historic Osborne Bridge? It's a question that I ponder each time I walk through this gate. Island Park, Idaho. August 24, 2019.
Idaho Blockade. After a few minutes of sizing up one another, I yielded the river right-of-way to her. Wise choice, me thinks. Island Park, Idaho. August 26, 2019.
These mountain goats are just chilling here. This image also by Charlie Lansche - C.M Lansche Images
Did you know we have KAYAKS for rent too?
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We have limited availability but contact us for an awesome float down Big Springs.
Read MoreThe reviews are in... and they are so so good, and a Virtual Tour for you to check out!
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The reviews are in….and they are so good! Plus we have a treat for you! A virtual tour of the Little Chalet. Come check it out. <3
Read MoreYellowstone National Park ~ What to expect
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It’s the time of year to start thinking about your upcoming vacation close to Yellowstone. Found this awesome information at myyellowstonepark.com and it has some great info. This has some awesome stuff about fees and what to pack. You can find more on their site and even get a free PDF too. *Page from myyellowstonepark.com
Read MoreYellowstone National Park in the Winter?
/YES! Yellowstone in the winter is gorgeous with it’s beautiful white blanket of snow. I was just reading the updated website at YNP.gov and found this beautiful video and shows all it’s amazing ness. Video and here is a link to see more about WINTER HOURS LINK
Get your sled, which ever one is fine.
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Best Friends Forever
The Gathering Place has a few more winter dates available. You don’t always have to snowmobile, you can always bring the other sleds and sled right down the hill. Reserve your stay now at www.visitIslandParkIdaho.com to avoid fees (refundable damage deposit required) or book at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28429856?s=51. We’d love to host your family or friend get away! You might see a reindeer! #notreally #wellmaybe #VisitIslandParkIdaho#VisitIslandPark #thegatheringplace #thegatheringplaceislandpark #TheGatheringPlaceMacksInn #sixqueens #thegatheringroom #christmastree #familyreunion #closetoyellowstone #ynp#lodge #familylodge #vacationintheforest #vacationhome #explore#targeenationalforest #islandpark #closetoyellowstone #islandparkidaho #IslandParkEscapes #MacksInn #familyreunion #familyreunionintheforest #familyreunionyellowstone #TheGatheringPlace #thechaletintheforest #reindeer #tricycle #bestfriends #visitidaho
Winter is better in the forest
/For some, the first sounds after a winter storm are the best remembered fresh in the morning. The quiet of the crisp morning. The glitter of light’s first rise glistening on the powdery white blanket. Crunch of the snow pressed with every step. The sound of the solo key turning on the ignition and then the perfect “hum” as the engine warms and gets ready for a beautiful scenic ride close to Yellowstone National Park and more amazing places hidden away waiting to be discovered too.
Bring your family and friends for an amazing time of fun in the forest. Sled, play and create some memories to last forever. VisitIslandParkIdaho
An imagination and time is all you need.
Photo: teara galbraith
3D Virtual tour of The Gathering Place Island Park, Idaho Family Lodge Vacation Rental
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3D Virtual Tour link of The Gathering Place Island Park, Idaho
Close to Yellowstone National Park
Read MoreThe Gathering Place - Island Park Idaho Close to Yellowstone National Park
/The Gathering Place is the perfect place to get away with your group close to the entrance of Yellowstone National Park with plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy!
Planning a get away for a scout group, family renioun, friends retreat or even a company retreat? The Gathering place sleeps 31 with room for everyone.
