Island Park Reservoir

This lake is formed from the Henry's Fork of the Snake River. Surrounded by lodgepole pine trees, with fantastic fishing, it’s in the heart of Island Park. It is well know for its excellent 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.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest camp sites are at Buttermilk, McCrea Bridge, Mill Creek and West End.

This is part of the online edition of Henry's Fork Country.

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