Parks Near Boise, Idaho
Discover Idaho's diverse landscapes near Boise, from desert canyons to mountain wilderness and volcanic craters.
Popular Parks Near Boise
Craters of the Moon National Monument
175 miles from Boise
4.6
National Monument
Highlights:
- Volcanic landscape
- Lava tubes
- Otherworldly scenery
Bruneau Dunes State Park
65 miles from Boise
4.5
State Park
Highlights:
- Tallest dunes
- Observatory
- Stargazing
Sawtooth National Recreation Area
150 miles from Boise
4.9
National Recreation Area
Highlights:
- Alpine lakes
- Mountain peaks
- Hot springs
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Stargazing
- Hot springs
- Photography
- Camping
Best Times to Visit
- Summer for mountains
- Spring and fall for desert
- Winter for hot springs
Driving Tips
- Sawtooth requires full day or overnight
- Craters of the Moon very hot in summer
- Bruneau Dunes best at night for stars
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