Grand Teton National Park is just about 4 1/2 hours to the northeast of Albion. There, you will find some of the most stunning panoramic views of mountains, valleys, and crystal clear mountain lakes. The area is home to an abundance of wildlife that includes elk, antelope, moose, bison, black bears, grizzly bears, and more.
Yellowstone National Park is 235 miles to the northeast and is maybe the most iconic park in America. At this park that sits on top of a dormant volcano, you can experience hot springs, geysers, fumaroles, boiling mud, mountain views, and some of the best trout fishing. The wildlife is abundant here, and the park is home to huge herds of bison, elk, and deer. You may also see bears, moose, badgers, otters, foxes, and wolves.
Great Basin National Park is about 340 miles to the southwest. This park was established in 1986 and consists of more than 77,000 acres of protected land. At this park, you can see ancient bristlecone pines and explore caves. The Wheeler Glacier, the southmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere, is also here. With over 800 species of plants, 238 species of birds, and 16 species of mammals, this park is a paradise for nature lovers.
Massacre State Park is a short 46-minute drive to the northeast of Albion and sits on a section of the Oregon Trail. This 990-acre preserve offers visitors miles of hiking trails to explore. It also has opportunities for climbers looking for a challenge, and a glimpse into the history of the emigrants that used the Oregon Trail. The Snake River offers abundant opportunities for fishing, and the lack of light pollution and high elevation makes for a great opportunity to stargaze.
Bear Lake State Park is just under three hours to the southeast and, as the name suggests, encompasses Bear Lake. The lake offers opportunities for fishing, lying on the beach, water sports, and scuba diving. Because of the unique color of the water and white sandy beaches, Bear Lake is often called the "Caribbean of the Rockies." You can rent boats and skiing equipment at this park which has plenty of camping opportunities.
Willard Bay State Park sits on the banks of the Great Salt Lake and is located 122 miles to the south of Albion. At this park, you can rent a paddleboat, pontoon, or Jet Ski or spend the day swimming in the calm waters of Willard Bay. You can even rent water trampolines. Fishing for crappie, walleye, and catfish is also a popular activity at this state park.
There are several unique monuments and landmarks near this small Idaho town, including Craters of the Moon National Monument, where you can see vast expanses of lava flows dotted with sagebrush. At Fort Hall, Historic Monument is a place where you can see the last remaining parts of a fort used as a fur trading post in 1834.
There are some great campgrounds located in Twin Falls, Idaho, about an hour to the west of Albion. Rock Creek RV Park has full hookups, good cell reception, and allows pets. Twin Falls 93 RV Park has full hookups, low rates, and showers. Anderson Camp offers both pull-through and back-in sites, a hot tub, showers, good cell reception, and allows pets.
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