Island Park

Island Park provides boat ramp access to a large 7,000-acre reservoir formed by Island Park Dam on the Henry's Fork of the Snake River. Located in the scenic Island Park area about 60 miles north of Rexburg, this access point serves paddlers and motorized boaters looking to explore the main reservoir body, which is surrounded by lodgepole pine forest with views of the Centennial Mountains. The site accommodates both motorized and non-motorized watercraft, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters alike.

The reservoir is a popular destination for boating and fishing, offering a large open-water experience different from river paddling. Nearby alternatives include Buttermilk Boat Ramp (approximately 6 miles away) and access points along the Henry's Fork itself near the Yale-Kilgore bridge. Box Canyon Campground is located within 10 miles for those planning overnight trips. Note that the Henry's Fork area is known for excellent trout fishing, and water conditions may vary seasonally based on dam operations and releases.

This lake is formed from the Henry's Fork of the Snake River. It is a beautiful lake surrounded by lodgepole pine trees, with fantastic fishing, and located only about 60 miles north of Rexburg. This large reservoir is popular for boating, fishing and water skiing. Visitors may drive across the top of the dam for scenic views of the Centennial Mountains and Box Canyon.Island Park Reservoir's body...

This lake is formed from the Henry's Fork of the Snake River. It is a beautiful lake surrounded by lodgepole pine trees, with fantastic fishing, and located only about 60 miles north of Rexburg. This large reservoir is popular for boating, fishing and water skiing. Visitors may drive across the top of the dam for scenic views of the Centennial Mountains and Box Canyon.Island Park Reservoir's body of water covers 8,400 acres. Boat ramps/docks are located at Buttermilk Campground, Island Park, Lakeside Lodge, McCrea Bridge Campground, Mill Creek and the West end. Camping is also available at Buttermilk, McCrea Bridge, Mill Creek and West End.

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