National Parks Near Boise, Idaho

Plan your next outdoor adventure with our complete guide to 53 national parks near Boise. The closest park is just 85.2 miles away—perfect for a weekend getaway.

53
Parks Within Range
1
Within 100 Miles
85.2
Miles to Closest

Closest Parks (Within 100 Miles)

Perfect for day trips from Boise

⭐ Closest
Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
85.2 mi (~1 hr 42 min)

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

Hagerman, Idaho
National Monument

Weekend Getaways (100-200 Miles)

Great for weekend trips from Boise

Minidoka National Historic Site
118 mi (~2 hr 22 min)

Minidoka National Historic Site

Jerome, Idaho
National Historic Site
Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
139.6 mi (~2 hr 48 min)

Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve

Arco, Idaho
National Monument & Preserve
City Of Rocks National Reserve
165.2 mi (~3 hr 18 min)

City Of Rocks National Reserve

Almo, Idaho
National Reserve
Nez Perce National Historical Park
170.4 mi (~3 hr 24 min)

Nez Perce National Historical Park

Lapwai, Idaho
National Historical Park
Big Hole National Battlefield
188.4 mi (~3 hr 46 min)

Big Hole National Battlefield

Wisdom, Montana
National Battlefield
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
195.4 mi (~3 hr 54 min)

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

Kimberly, Oregon
National Monument

Extended Adventures (200-300 Miles)

Perfect for long weekend adventures from Boise

Whitman Mission National Historic Site
200.9 mi (~4 hr 1 min)

Whitman Mission National Historic Site

Washington
National Historic Site
Golden Spike National Historical Park
232.3 mi (~4 hr 39 min)

Golden Spike National Historical Park

Utah
National Historical Park
Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail
245.2 mi (~4 hr 54 min)

Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail

Washington
National Geologic Trail
Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site
256.6 mi (~5 hr 8 min)

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

Montana
National Historic Site
Grand Teton National Park
274.8 mi (~5 hr 30 min)

Grand Teton National Park

Wyoming
National Park
Tule Lake National Monument
288.2 mi (~5 hr 46 min)

Tule Lake National Monument

California
National Monument
Yellowstone National Park
288.6 mi (~5 hr 46 min)

Yellowstone National Park

Idaho
National Park
Lava Beds National Monument
298.8 mi (~5 hr 59 min)

Lava Beds National Monument

California
National Monument

Planning Your Visit from Boise

Boise is perfectly positioned for exploring national parks across the region. With 1 park within 100 miles, you can enjoy incredible outdoor adventures without extensive travel. Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument is your closest option at just 85.2 miles—approximately 1 hr 42 min by car.

Best practices: Check individual park pages for current conditions, entrance fees, and reservation requirements. Many parks offer America the Beautiful passes for frequent visitors. Remember to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect all park regulations during your visit.

Guided Tours Near Boise

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