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Facts about (Winchester Lake State Park):
Overview ofWinchester Lake State Park- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information :
Winchester Lake State Park surrounds a 104-acre lake, nestled in a forested area at the foot of the Craig Mountains, just off US 95 adjoining the town of Winchester. Winters at the park are long and cold with ample snowfall. Four Yurts are available for rental all year. Summers are short with warm days and cool, refreshing evenings. Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir are the predominant vegetation. Fishing for perch, tiger muskie, bass and blue gill are popular. Wildlife often seen in the park includes white-tailed deer, Canada geese, muskrats, Stellers jay, racoons, osprey, bald eagles, and Columbian ground squirrels. The Wolf Education and Research Center is located one mile from the entrance to the park.
Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Winchester Lake State Park):
The park offers year-round recreation activities and has a modern campground with 69 campsites, and 4 yurts. Canoeing, fishing, picnicking and hiking are popular summer activities. In the winter, enjoy cross-country skiing, ice-skating, and ice fishing. The most popular activity at Winchester is fishing for rainbow trout, which are planted annually by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Fishing for perch, tiger muskie, bass and blue gill is also popular. The lake provides excellent nutrients and supports large populations of all three species. Small boats are allowed; gasoline engines are not.
Contact Information:
Address:Winchester Lake State Park , P.O. Box 186 , Winchester, Idaho, 83555
Phone No:(208) 924-7563
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