Henrys Lake State Park Campground
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Reviewed Jan. 2, 2018

This place would have been close to perfect had it not been so buggy when the winds slowed

Upon our arrival at this campsite we were met with the most spectacular sunsets. The views of three mountain passes and the haze and cloud cover from a forest fire in the distance provided great views. It was windy at times so that limited the cooking we were able to do over an open fire like we typically would. One of the things that we did was purchase a new grill which the boys put together soon after our arrival. L did a bunch of the work and did a great job following the instructions. The campsite had an older section and a newer section. We didn't know this when we booked the site and was fortunate enough to get in the "new" section where the sites and driveway was paved and had new showers and restrooms. Had it not been for the windy conditions this might have been the perfect campsite. 

There was a boat launch at the campsite and the lake offers boat rentals from a neighboring marina. The rivers provided better fishing due to the high winds but the views didn't disappoint. On a positive note, the winds kept the bugs away. When the winds died down, the bugs made an appearance and were in plentiful supply.  

I am in favor of returning again, it was 15 miles from the West Yellowstone entrance in Montana. So you had easy access to grocery stores, gas stations, as well as one of the most beautiful National Parks in the country.  

The view above is of the restroom/shower area. If you look closely, you'll see L near the building. On the roof of the building was a Peregrine Falcon! That happens to be the first one he's seen in the wild up close. He's seen them flying but much further in the distance. He was so incredibly happy that he was able to observe this bird of prey up close.  

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Henrys Lake State Park Campground by Aimee D., January 2, 2018