Blue Buffalo Resort

3.0 star property

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Willow 1-Bedroom with Hot Tub & Bunk Alcove
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Aspen Studio Cabin

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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3402 N Highway 20, Island Park, ID, 83429
  • Place, Harriman State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Island Park Dam
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mack's Inn Playhouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Spruce 1-Bedroom Cabin with Sleeping Loft

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Aspen Studio Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Willow 1-Bedroom Cabin with Bunk Alcove

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Pine Cabin (Dry Cabin - No Running Water - Exterior Bathroom 200 ft Away)

  • Resort view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Fir 2-Bedroom Cabin

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Willow 1-Bedroom with Hot Tub & Bunk Alcove

  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Island Park

When you stay at this campground in Island Park, you'll be on a river and 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Henrys Lake. .This campground is within the region of Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Old Faithful.

What's nearby

  • Harriman State Park - 5 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Island Park Dam - 7 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Mack's Inn Playhouse - 10 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Island Park Golf Course - 15 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Henrys Lake - 24 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Buffalo Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pine Cone - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trouthunter - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pond’s Lodge Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Lodge Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Blue Buffalo Resort

This campground offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and ceiling fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Island Park campground provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers.
Recreational amenities at the campground include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned accommodation, which features a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a ceiling fan, and you can also request an iron/ironing board.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a sauna and bicycles to rent. This campground also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Blue Buffalo Pizzeria serving guests of this campground. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Blue Buffalo Pizzeria - Onsite family restaurant.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snow tubing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Buffalo Pizzeria

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total
  • Fee: USD 75 per pet per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • One-time cleaning fee: USD 200

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mobile key entry
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Snow sports gear
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Game viewing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 70 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Electric car charging station
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 200
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay) plus USD 200 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Buffalo Run Park
Blue Buffalo Resort Campsite
Blue Buffalo Resort Island Park
Blue Buffalo Resort Campsite Island Park

Blue Buffalo Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 543 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 543 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 543 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 543 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 543 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, FPO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raghunandan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cayden

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the above. We had a cute little cabin but the microwave kept tripping the breaker. The staff apologized and moved us to another and it was an upgrade. We were happy with the original but this was a great surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thayden

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thayden

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the remoteness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alejandro and the rest of the staff made me feel at home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Easy check-in/out, comfortable room, and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice resort, we saw two moose!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying here and would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingwei

good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend Blue Buffalo Resort to anyone looking for a quiet place to stay that is ideally situated. We loved the breakfast, cleanliness, and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cute cabin! Had everything we needed. Loved the assigned parking spot. Breakfast was typical fare, but it was nicely set out and clean. Wish we could have stayed longer because of the nice cabin. Came in fall and was hoping to drive through the island, but couldn’t find an entrance that wasn’t private property. But driving across the dam was pretty as well. Not sure what we could have done if we stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Lots of amenities, helpful staff, dog friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cami

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
My family of seven thoroughly enjoyed staying in the Willow cabin at blue Buffalo resort. We enjoyed the cozy warm atmosphere. We loved that breakfast was included, but that we were also able to prepare food in our cabin when we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy, oxnard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the cabin and staff very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super cute room. Bathrooms were clean and staff was friendly. Check in and checkout could be done digitally so no need to wait to check in or out in person.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vineet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay when visiting Yellowstone. Conveniently located to other National Forest in Island park as well. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lainey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great great great!!! Cozy safe and clean little cutsie place we loved it!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was beautiful and very clean! t and and rhe
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025