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Island Park Idaho  makes   a  perfect   family destination for summer.   Island Park  is part of the greater Yellowstone caldera system, and is nestled  in the Targhee National Forest.  Streams, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls  afford  excellent outdoor opportunities,  including  fishing, boating, water sports, white-water rafting and wildlife viewing.  Island Park ID is within  a 1/2  hour drive to Yellowstone National Park, and the wildlife  found in Yellowstone can also be spotted  in Island Park, from  the bald eagle to grizzly bears and moose.    Island Park also has golf, tennis, a day spa, summer stock dinner theatre,  and scenic drives.   Mountain Biking and hiking enthusiasts enjoy the many miles of maintained trails also. 

Island Park Idaho  has become   a destination  of its own,   but since it is so close in proximity to Yellowstone’s most convenient  entrance, many Yellowstone visitors choose to  stay here and enjoy both locations in one vacation  .  There are a  few   Island Park hotels from which to choose .  Angler’s Lodge is  a nice hotel    right on the Henry’s Fork river   in the Last Chance area, and provides rooms with 1-2 queen beds  which are priced   from $159-$179  during the summer.    Guided fishing trips are available from the lodge.   In the Macks Inn area  is Macks Inn Resort, which provides  river-front  rooms  from $89-$140.  On the north end of Island Park, near the golf course,  is Sawtelle Mountain Resort.  This hotel provides 1-2 queen bed rooms  from $89-$119 nightly during the  summertime .   For those    who demand   luxury in a hotel, about 45 minutes south of  Yellowstone is Henry’s Fork Lodge, with average summer rates of $400 per person per night.   3 gourmet meals per day are included in the pricing. 

If you fear  Island Park Idaho hotels may  cramp your style, consider joining the many visitors to the Island Park area who choose to stay in a privately owned vacation rental.   This is a great choice for larger groups especially,  who want to stay together and not be split up into multiple hotel rooms.   For those wanting to cook their own meals and have the seclusion of a private cabin, this is an excellent choice also.    Island Park cabins range  in price from about $165 per night to up to $825  per night, depending on  how many the cabin will accommodate and the quality of the lodging. 

 For instance, there are cabin which would allow a group of ten to   stay in a nice cabin with granite countertops, gas fireplace, and hot tub for as little as $200 per night.   The group can then all stay together for relaxed dining and conversation, and save money while at it.    Additional  savings are realized  when the price of going out for every meal is compared to the cost of cooking one’s own meals at one of the cabins, all of which have fully-equipped kitchens. 

Larger groups reap savings from staying in vacation rentals even more.   Cabins  are available with up to  8 private bedrooms.   Even the most expensive of rental cabins would only cost each couple in this situation $100 per night.     The amenities of the cabins, such as hot tubs, board games, and even billiards provide a nice respite during stormy weather or after long trips into Yellowstone.    

Many  Island Park rentals  have outdoor decks or porches as well,   with patio furniture, gas grills, and  even fire pits for roasting mallows.     Cabin   amenities  offer    additional opportunities  for relaxing socialization and enjoyment of the natural surroundings.       

 Island Park Idaho provides a great place for your next summer vacation whether you choose a hotel or one of the many privately owned vacation rentals. 

 

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