About Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area
In Idaho, BLM manages 350 acres of public lands in the Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area. Lush riparian vegetation like rose aspen, willow, serviceberry and snowberry follow the creek. Sagebrush, bitterbrush, and grasses such as needlegrass, mountain brome, fescue, and prairie junegrass grow on the slopes. Throughout much of the late spring and summer wildflowers like lupine, paintbrush, cinquefoil, buckwheat, arrowleaf balsamroot, common yarrow, geranium, gilia, monkeyflower, Oregon grape, pearly everlasting, and asters cover the slopes. Black bear, elk, moose, deer, grizzly bear and variety of birds call this area home.
How to Get There
Located in Fremont County, 13 miles north and east of Macks Inn near the junction of Highways 287 and 20.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area
Heading to Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area?
No central reservation system listed for Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14951) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area?
Located in Fremont County, 13 miles north and east of Macks Inn near the junction of Highways 287 and 20.
How do I contact Henry's Lake Wilderness Study Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 208-524-7500 or email: BLM_ID_UpperSnakeOffice@blm.gov
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