Buffalo (Idaho)

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Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Caribou-Targhee National Forest Fees: - Single Site $ 25.00 - Double Site $ 50.00 - Single Site (electric) $ 31.00 - Double Site (electric) $ 62.00 - Group Area (Mon.-Thurs.) $ 100.00 - Group Area (Fri.-Sat.) $ 200.00 - Extra Vehicle (ea.) $ 7.00 Season: May Status: closed Reservations: Some of these campsites can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 or at Buffalo (Idaho), Caribou-Targhee National Forest - Recreation.gov Overview Buffalo Campground is located 26 miles south of West Yellowstone, Montana and 25 miles north of Ashton, Idaho in beautiful Island Park, Idaho. Buffalo is a large campground just off U.S. Highway 20 on the banks of the Buffalo River at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Visitors love Island Park for its world-class fishing and outstanding scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities. Recreation The Island Park area is renowned for its fishing; the Henry's Fork is known as one of the nation's best fly-fishing streams. Anglers cast for rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout and Kokanee salmon. Island Park Reservoir and Henry's Lake are nearby, both offering boating, water skiing and excellent fishing opportunities. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and ATVing are popular activities. Many miles of trails are in the area, including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Nez… Getting there: From West Yellowstone, Montana, take U.S. Highway 20 south for 26 miles. From Ashton, Idaho: Take U.S. Highway 20 north for 25 miles. The campground entrance is .25 miles north of Ponds Lodge on the east side of the highway. Rules: No ATVs or OHVs allowed in campground. Phone: 208-558-7658 OR 208-270-0094 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232219 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: L. Eddy - AuDi, Inc., Recreation.gov