Jared And Linsey’s guidebook
Sightseeing
This is one of the most beautiful sites in Island Park - There are walking paths & boardwalks and a nice visitors center.
85 locals recommend
Mesa Falls Visitor Center
Upper Mesa Falls RoadThis is one of the most beautiful sites in Island Park - There are walking paths & boardwalks and a nice visitors center.
Johnny Sack was a German cabinet maker who came to the United States in his 20’s. In 1929, he leased a small piece of land at Big Springs from the Forest Service. He began building the cabin in 1932 and finished it three years later and added on to the house over the years.
What makes this cabin so unique is not only the land he chose to build on but also the use of bark in the details of the house and his furniture.
After Johnny’s death in 1957, the cabin was to be removed along with all the other private Cabins in the area. Through the efforts of interested citizens, the cabin and its colorful history was preserved. The cabin is maintained by a local non profit organization.
89 locals recommend
Johnny Sack's Cabin
South Big Springs Loop RoadJohnny Sack was a German cabinet maker who came to the United States in his 20’s. In 1929, he leased a small piece of land at Big Springs from the Forest Service. He began building the cabin in 1932 and finished it three years later and added on to the house over the years.
What makes this cabin so unique is not only the land he chose to build on but also the use of bark in the details of the house and his furniture.
After Johnny’s death in 1957, the cabin was to be removed along with all the other private Cabins in the area. Through the efforts of interested citizens, the cabin and its colorful history was preserved. The cabin is maintained by a local non profit organization.
Whether you want to see the amazing and unique landscape, with geysers, hot pots, and beautiful pools, or if you are interested in getting a glimpse of a buffalo or bear, Yellowstone is definitely a "must see". Check out the National Park Service's website for maps and info on planning your trip - you won't want to miss a thing! https://www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm
988 locals recommend
Yellowstone National Park
Whether you want to see the amazing and unique landscape, with geysers, hot pots, and beautiful pools, or if you are interested in getting a glimpse of a buffalo or bear, Yellowstone is definitely a "must see". Check out the National Park Service's website for maps and info on planning your trip - you won't want to miss a thing! https://www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm
Old Faithful is the most popular geyser in Yellowstone National Park and was the first geyser in the park to receive a name. It is a highly predictable and has erupted every 44 minutes to two hours since 2000. The geyser and the nearby Old Faithful Inn are part of the Old Faithful Historic District.
21 locals recommend
Old Faithful Geyser
Old Faithful is the most popular geyser in Yellowstone National Park and was the first geyser in the park to receive a name. It is a highly predictable and has erupted every 44 minutes to two hours since 2000. The geyser and the nearby Old Faithful Inn are part of the Old Faithful Historic District.
Quake Lake (officially Earthquake Lake) is a lake in southwestern Montana. It was created after an earthquake struck on August 17, 1959, killing 28 people. Quake Lake is 190 feet (58 m) deep and 6 miles (9.7 km) long. US 287 follows the lake and offers glimpses of the effects of the earthquake and landslide, and a visitor center is just off the road.
The visitors center provides a panoramic view of the mountain that fell and the lake that was formed. This facility hosts interpretive displays on earthquakes, plate tectonics, and a working seismograph
40 locals recommend
Earthquake Lake
Quake Lake (officially Earthquake Lake) is a lake in southwestern Montana. It was created after an earthquake struck on August 17, 1959, killing 28 people. Quake Lake is 190 feet (58 m) deep and 6 miles (9.7 km) long. US 287 follows the lake and offers glimpses of the effects of the earthquake and landslide, and a visitor center is just off the road.
The visitors center provides a panoramic view of the mountain that fell and the lake that was formed. This facility hosts interpretive displays on earthquakes, plate tectonics, and a working seismograph
One hour south of Island Park is a drive through wild life park where you will see bears. They have the best petting zoo we have ever been to. No bear petting!
146 locals recommend
Yellowstone Bear World
6010 S 4300 WOne hour south of Island Park is a drive through wild life park where you will see bears. They have the best petting zoo we have ever been to. No bear petting!
Come see an alive ghost town, Virginia City, Montana is frozen in time. It is a remarkably well-preserved Old West Victorian gold mining town just 50 miles west of Yellowstone National Park (90 miles by road). ... Virginia City is the true and original Old West.
85 locals recommend
Virginia City
Come see an alive ghost town, Virginia City, Montana is frozen in time. It is a remarkably well-preserved Old West Victorian gold mining town just 50 miles west of Yellowstone National Park (90 miles by road). ... Virginia City is the true and original Old West.
A public recreation area located on the 11,000-acre (4,500 ha) Harriman Wildlife Refuge[4] in Fremont County, three miles (4.8 km) south of Island Park in eastern Idaho, United States. The state park is within the Henry's Fork Caldera in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. It is home to an abundance of elk, moose, sandhill cranes, trumpeter swans, and the occasional black or grizzly bear. Two-thirds of the trumpeter swans that winter in the contiguous United States spend the season in Harriman State Park. Henry's Fork, a fly-fishing stream of note, winds through park meadows for eight miles. The park offers trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. In winter, roads and trails are groomed for cross-country skiing.
121 locals recommend
Harriman State Park
3489 Green Canyon RdA public recreation area located on the 11,000-acre (4,500 ha) Harriman Wildlife Refuge[4] in Fremont County, three miles (4.8 km) south of Island Park in eastern Idaho, United States. The state park is within the Henry's Fork Caldera in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. It is home to an abundance of elk, moose, sandhill cranes, trumpeter swans, and the occasional black or grizzly bear. Two-thirds of the trumpeter swans that winter in the contiguous United States spend the season in Harriman State Park. Henry's Fork, a fly-fishing stream of note, winds through park meadows for eight miles. The park offers trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. In winter, roads and trails are groomed for cross-country skiing.
Toy Rentals
Island Park Adventures Llc
3342 US-20UTV, ATV, jet skis, snowmobile rentals and sales!
Rent ATV's, Ski-Doos, paddle boards, boats & barges and snowmobiles. Guided tours available.
38 locals recommend
Island Park Polaris
3388 US-20Rent ATV's, Ski-Doos, paddle boards, boats & barges and snowmobiles. Guided tours available.
High Mountain Adventures
4141 Sawtelle Peak RdRent ATV's, snowmobiles, jet skis, mountain bikes.
Rent boats Jet skis, UTVs, ATVs, kayaks, paddle boards and more!
http://www.lakesidelodgeandresort.com/summer-rentals
9 locals recommend
Lakeside Lodge Lane
Lakeside Lodge LaneRent boats Jet skis, UTVs, ATVs, kayaks, paddle boards and more!
http://www.lakesidelodgeandresort.com/summer-rentals
Food scene
Pond's Lodge
3757 US-20Pond' s Lodge Pizza is the best.
Connie's
4130 Quakie LnGreat local favorite.
Breakfast with a view! Sit outside and enjoy your meal while looking out over Island Park Reservoir.
9 locals recommend
Lakeside Lodge Lane
Lakeside Lodge LaneBreakfast with a view! Sit outside and enjoy your meal while looking out over Island Park Reservoir.
Hwy 20 & Yale Kilgore Rd across from Elk Creek Station. Get yourself a gourmet soda and treat!
12 locals recommend
The Soda Co Island Park
3975 Yale Kilgore RdHwy 20 & Yale Kilgore Rd across from Elk Creek Station. Get yourself a gourmet soda and treat!
Have your meal at this restaurant and bar while looking out at the Henry’s Fork River. You may even see an angler land a nice trout.
47 locals recommend
Angler's Lodge
3363 Old Highway 191Have your meal at this restaurant and bar while looking out at the Henry’s Fork River. You may even see an angler land a nice trout.
Boondocks Restaurant
3587 Kilgore-Yale RdFresh baked cheesecake with huckleberry sauce anyone!?
Red Lotus Restaurant
19 Madison AveReally nice place to eat in West Yellowstone. Great Food!
Cafe Sabor
4298 US-20Great Mexican food at Mack's Inn.
Local favorite. Great food and drinks with fantastic views of the river.
88 locals recommend
TroutHunter
3327 US-20Local favorite. Great food and drinks with fantastic views of the river.
Entertainment
Yellowstone Playhouse at Island Park
5163 US-20Family Friendly Musical Spoofs!
Yellowstone IMAX Theatre
101 S Canyon StIMAX Theater
Local Treasure. Broadway style musicals. Family friendly fun!
52 locals recommend
The Playmill Theatre
29 Madison AveLocal Treasure. Broadway style musicals. Family friendly fun!
Get a old time group/family photo in West Yellowstone to capture your experience in the wild west.
Madison Avenue Old Time Photos-West Yellowstone
28 Madison AveGet a old time group/family photo in West Yellowstone to capture your experience in the wild west.
Enjoy a day of horseback riding with your family and friends in the mountains surrounding the Eagle Ridge Ranch.
Spend the rest of the day fishing, swimming, canoeing, and more at NO ADDITIONAL charge!
http://yellowstonehorses.com/
49 locals recommend
Yellowstone Horses at Eagle Ridge Ranch
3438 Old Shotgun RdEnjoy a day of horseback riding with your family and friends in the mountains surrounding the Eagle Ridge Ranch.
Spend the rest of the day fishing, swimming, canoeing, and more at NO ADDITIONAL charge!
http://yellowstonehorses.com/
A not-for-profit wildlife park and educational facility opened in 1993 in West Yellowstone.
73 locals recommend
Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center
201 S Canyon StA not-for-profit wildlife park and educational facility opened in 1993 in West Yellowstone.
Take a five mile float down the North Fork of the Snake River (Henry's Fork). You can rent kayaks, canoes and tubes at Mack's Inn, which is the end of the float. They also provide a shuttle service as well. It is a nice relaxing float!
North Big Springs Loop
North Big Springs LoopTake a five mile float down the North Fork of the Snake River (Henry's Fork). You can rent kayaks, canoes and tubes at Mack's Inn, which is the end of the float. They also provide a shuttle service as well. It is a nice relaxing float!
Essentials
Robin's Roost
4150 N Big Springs LoopGas & Groceries in Island Park
Island Park Medical Clinic
3765 US-20Definitely NOT a "must see".... but they are here if you need them.
Gas station and pretty well stocked convenience store. You can fill up your ATVs, grab some soda and jerky and hit the trails.
78 locals recommend
Elk Creek Station
3974 US-20Gas station and pretty well stocked convenience store. You can fill up your ATVs, grab some soda and jerky and hit the trails.
Dave's Jubilee
108 US-20Grocery store in Ashton on your way to the cabin
Get your groceries in West Yellowstone before heading back to the cabin from a day in the park.
16 locals recommend
Market Place
22 Madison AveGet your groceries in West Yellowstone before heading back to the cabin from a day in the park.