Roadtrip with RVshare Boise to Bozeman

If you want to see the best Idaho has to offer and then tour the western part of Montana as a bonus, then a Boise to Bozeman road trip may be right for you. You'll pass fairly close to two outstanding national parks and will be within driving distance of several others. There are also some interesting state parks and attractions along your route that are worth exploring. Building an exciting road trip itinerary from Boise to Bozeman is easy, thanks to the fun cities you'll encounter along the way.

Nearby National Parks

Great Basin National Park  

If you're willing to travel five hours south of Twin Falls, Idaho, then you'll be able to visit the diverse Great Basin National Park. An ancient bristlecone pine forest, a glacier, a cave system, and a mountain that's over 13,000 feet tall are some of the awesome sights you can take in here. The park has roughly 60 miles of established trails, but visitors can also go off-trail on backpacking adventures. Hiking, stargazing, bird-watching, and camping are all favored activities at Great Basin National Park. 

Capitol Reef National Park  

Capitol Reef National Park is one of several awesome national parks in Utah. You'll have to drive nearly six hours south of Pocatello, Idaho, to reach it, but the red rocks and distinctive formations here will give you a vastly different environment to explore than can be found at any other parks on the list. Cathedral Valley, Chimney Rock, Waterpocket Fold, and more are on display at this fascinating national park. Favorite activities of visitors include backcountry camping, mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding. If you're willing to drive a couple of hours east of Capitol Reef, you'll be able to explore Canyonlands National Park and Arches National Park, which are incredible parks themselves. 

Grand Teton National Park  

Grand Teton National Park is located two hours east of Idaho Falls, so it's much closer than some options on this list. It's often overshadowed by Yellowstone National Park, but the majestic mountains, lovely lakes, and wonderful waterfalls here are worth a visit. More than 200 miles of trails will take you around lakes, through canyons, and beside glaciers. Once you're finished exploring nature, you can travel to Jackson and Jackson Hole, which are both well-known tourist towns. 

Yellowstone National Park  

Yellowstone National Park is only four minutes from West Yellowstone and is America's first national park for good reason, so how could you pass up the opportunity to visit it on your road trip from Boise to Bozeman? More than 3,500 miles from three states contain iconic wonders like Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, and Fairy Falls. There are plenty of other wonderful sights to see here, and the many trails throughout the park do an excellent job of opening up this fascinating landscape for visitors.

Glacier National Park  

In order to reach the entrance of Glacier National Park, you'll have to drive five hours northwest of your final destination. Should you decide to prolong your Boise to Bozeman RV road trip in order to visit this stunning national park, you won't be disappointed. More than one million acres of land straddling the U.S./Canadian border are home to more than 130 named lakes, over a thousand species of flora and fauna, and over 700 miles of trails. Rock-climbing, backcountry camping, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and more are all popular activities here.

Nearby State Parks

Lake Cascade State Park  

If you want to visit a 27,000-acre lake in the Boise National Forest and Idaho mountains, then you should travel an hour and a half north of Boise to Lake Cascade State Park. Lake Cascade is perfect for sailing, jet skiing, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and windsurfing. There are some great trails you can explore on horseback, on a bike, or on foot. If you stop by in the winter, you'll be able to go ice fishing, snowmobiling, and skiing.

Bruneau Dunes State Park  

Twenty minutes west of Hammett, Idaho, is spectacular Bruneau Dunes State Park. This park is home to North America's biggest single-structure sand dune, so you have to add it to your road trip itinerary from Boise to Bozeman. One favorite pastime here is dune sledding, so be sure to slide down the dunes on a sandboard that you can get at the front of the park. You can also go horseback riding, stargazing, hiking, and fishing here.

Bear Lake State Park  

You'll have to drive two hours from Pocatello, Idaho, to reach Bear Lake State Park, but getting to spend time at the "Caribbean of the Rockies" is worth some extra travel time. The blue color of the water here will make you think you're in a tropical paradise, complete with some great scuba diving and swimming opportunities. Even if it's too cold to get in the water, you can still go snowmobiling in the winter. 

Willard Bay State Park  

Willard Bay State Park is located about an hour and a half south of Pocatello on the Willard Bay Reservoir, which is separated from the Great Salt Lake by a mere barrier wall. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing are the most popular attractions here. When you're done exploring the park, you can visit Salt Lake City and the Great Salt Lake for more adventure.

Missouri Headwaters State Park  

If you do decide to head up to Glacier National Park from Bozeman, then you should stop about half an hour into your additional trip to visit Missouri Headwaters State Park. The Missouri River is North America's longest river, but its first mile out of 2,341 begins at Missouri Headwaters State Park. Unsurprisingly, this park is a great place to fish, canoe, and kayak. Hiking and hunting are a couple of other popular pastimes here.

Along the Way

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area  

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area is 45 miles southwest of Kuna, Idaho, so it's an early stop on your road trip from Boise to Bozeman. If you want to explore North America's highest concentration of nesting birds of prey on your Boise to Bozeman RV road trip, then you'll definitely want to stop by this fascinating park. Be sure to take the Loop Tour so you can see places like Swan Falls Dam, Dedication Point, Celebration Park, and Initial Point.

AWOL Adventure Sports  

Ten minutes south of Jerome, Idaho, is AWOL Adventure Sports. This is a great place to explore the Snake River and its surrounding environment. Kayak and boat rentals and tours, zipline tours, and even scuba certification are available at AWOL Adventure Sports.

Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge  

Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge is about 20 minutes northwest of American Falls, Idaho. This park is a great place for wildlife viewing and is open all year. Five miles of hiking trails give you multiple great vantage points to observe and to photograph wildlife. Lake Walcott, the Snake River, and a pair of springs are excellent places to fish and to boat. 

East Idaho Aquarium  

Six minutes from Downtown Idaho Falls, you'll find the interesting East Idaho Aquarium. You can touch a starfish and a stingray here; you can also visit sharks, birds, and freshwater fish. Other great exhibits here include River Giants, Idaho Fish, and Ocean Life.

Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center  

The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is only three minutes from West Yellowstone, Montana, so adding it to your road trip itinerary from Boise to Bozeman is a no-brainer. There are, of course, multiple indoor and outdoor places to view bears and wolves, but there are also raptor and otter exhibits. You can even tour a museum and a naturalist cabin.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Twin Falls, Idaho  

When in Twin Falls, be sure to check out the Snake River at places like Shoshone Falls, Snake River Canyon Trail, and Centennial Waterfront Park. Many good dump stations and campgrounds are close by.

Pocatello, Idaho

The Museum of Clean and the Idaho Museum of Natural History are just a few attractions you can visit in Pocatello. There are some reliable dump stations in the area where you can service your trailer.

Idaho Falls, Idaho  

The Idaho Zoo, the Snake River Greenbelt, and more await you in lovely Idaho Falls. A variety of dump stations and campgrounds are in the area.

West Yellowstone, Montana  

People often use West Yellowstone as a stepping stone to Yellowstone National Park, but you can also visit places like the Playmill Theatre and Back Country Adventures. You’ll find some nice campgrounds in this area that is so close to Yellowstone.

Big Sky, Montana  

Big Sky Resort, Montana Whitewater, and more await you in this charming Montana town. Other great attractions include the Ousel Falls Trail, Geyser Whitewater Expeditions, and the Beehive Basin Trail.

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When you follow this road trip itinerary from Boise to Bozeman, you will enjoy historic locations and beautiful scenery along the way. If you want to travel in comfort and style, consider an RV rental from RVshare. From large motorhomes to compact campervans, there is a rig that will meet your travel and budget needs. Once you hit the road, you are protected by our renter guarantee and 24/7 roadside assistance. Find the perfect vehicle for your travel needs in Boise or Bozeman.