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Winchester Lake State Park

State Parks in Winchester
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Region
North Central

Winchester Lake State Park is an ideal spot for Rainbow trout, perch and bass fishing, hiking, mountain biking and canoeing. Campsites are available or spend the night in one of the park’s yurts with access to free a canoe or snowshoes. Several campsites are also available, with beautiful views of the lake and Craig Mountain.

In the winter, Winchester Lake is a popular spot for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as ice fishing and ice skating.

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Winchester Lake State Park
A paddleboard docked along the shore of Winchester Lake at Winchester Lake State Park at sunset.
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) at Winchester Lake State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Idaho Parks & Recreation.
Yurt at Winchester Lake State Park.
Yurt, Winchester Lake State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Idaho Parks & Recreation.
Winchester Lake State Park.
Winchester Lake State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Idaho Parks & Recreation.
Two people and a dog kayak at Winchester State Park.
Winchester State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.
Sunset over Winchester Lake at Winchester Lake State Park.
Winchester Lake State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Idaho Parks & Recreation.
A man walks his dog along a trail at Winchester Lake State Park.
Winchester Lake State Park, near Winchester. Photo credit: Idaho Parks & Recreation.

Things to Know

  • Single-day park entry fees range from $7 to $14 per vehicle, with additional fees for camping.
  • Reservations for stays (campsites, cabins, etc.) within Idaho’s State Parks can be made toll-free by phone at: 1-888-922-6743 or online.
  • Pets are welcome in most Idaho State Parks, but some parks prohibit them in some cabins and yurts and they are prohibited from beaches.
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