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- National Parks in Idaho - Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Yellowstone National Park
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Idaho National Parks
The national parks and historical monuments are clearly marked in the National Parks in Idaho Map. Some of the prominent national parks of Idaho are City of Rocks National Reserve, Yellowstone National Park, California National Historic Trail, Oregon National Historic trail, Craters of The Moon National Monument and Preserve, Nez Perce National Historical Park, Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, Minidoka Internment National Monument and Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
The Oregon National Historic Trail is famous for its unparalleled natural scenic beauty. The Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument is another favourite tourist destination of Idaho that displays fossils of different species of animals and plants.
The Lewis and Clark National Historic trail offers the tourists a wonderful scope to stay close to nature and enjoy the picturesque landscape of the place. The Minidoka Internment National Monument houses a visitor centre that provides relevant information on the unique history of Minidoka during World War II. The Idaho State Map pinpoints the exact geographical location of the national parks.
How many National Parks in Idaho?
There is only one national park in Idaho and the rest are national park service units in Idaho managed by the National Park Service. These include recreational areas, archaeological sites, nature preserves and Volcanic Parks.
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Yellowstone National Park
The park is world-famous for its natural geysers and hot springs. It became the first national park for all to enjoy unique hydrothermal and geological wonders. Much of Yellowstone is situated on four overlapping volcanic calderas, collectively known as the Yellowstone Caldera. Check out this Yellowstone National Park Map for all the information you need before you visit the national park.
| S. No | Name | Area | Established | Location |
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| 1 | City of Rocks National Reserve | 14,407 acres (5,830 ha) | 18. Nov. 1988 | Cassia County, Idaho, USA |
| 2 | Nez Perce National Historical Park | 4,561 acres (1,846 ha) | 15. May. 1965 | Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, United States |
| 3 | Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve | 464,303 acres (187,897 ha) | Monument: May 2, 1924,Preserve: August 21, 2002 | South Central Idaho, US |
| 4 | Yellowstone National Park | 2,219,791 acres (3,468.423 sq mi; 898,318 ha; 8,983.18 km2) | 1. Mar. 1872 | Fremont County, Idaho |
Best National Historic/ Monument or Reserve in Idaho
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City of Rocks National Reserve:
This site is also known as the Silent City of Rocks. The park covers almost 14,000 acres (57 km2 and is rich in Flora and Fauna. As the name implied, the area is notable for its rock formations. It is largely composed of granite rock.
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Nez Perce National Historical Park:
The park comprises 38 sites located throughout the states of Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The park preserves some of the lands originally home to the Nez Perce tribe of Native Americans. Due to its wide area, the park includes several distinct ecosystems, climates, and histories, each of which impacted the life of Nez Perce.
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Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve:
The park covers an area of 1,700 km2 (410,000 acres). It has an average elevation of 5,900 ft (1,800 m). The area contains different volcanic formations, basalt flows and significant lava flows, tubes and tree moulds. The park is located along the Snake River plain.
Things to Do in National Parks in Idaho
- Rock Climbing: The city of Rocks National Reserve is the popular location for rock climbers. It offers a variety of routes for climbers of different skill levels.
- Hiking and Exploring Caves: One can visit Crater’s Cave and trails located along the 7-mile loop road in Craters of Moon national preserve. Hiking the Broken Top Loop or Tree Molds Trails.
- Backcountry Camping: one can obtain a backcountry permit for the craters of Moon Wilderness. It will be a unique experience and an excellent opportunity for quiet, solitude, and stargazing.
- Explore Thermal Basins: Follow boardwalks and maintained trails to witness hot springs, mud pots, fumaroles, and geysers up close.
- Cross-Country Skiing: Tour a lava wonderland, blanketed in snow. Winter visitors can enjoy skiing the groomed Park Road or venture into the park on snowshoes. Ride a Snowmobile or Snowcoach in wintry Yellowstone national park.
- Explore History and Culture: one can learn the stories of Nimiipuu about their culture in Nez Perce Historical Park. Visit the Visitor Center, Buffalo Eddy, Canoe Camp and more.
