Bruneau Dunes State Park
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Located south of Mountain Home, Idaho, in Bruneau, Idaho, Bruneau Dunes State Park is home to the several sand dunes. Visitors enjoy exploring the sugary sand dunes and are impressed by the tallest dune which is approximately 470 feet high. The park is also the site of the Bruneau Dunes Observatory, where visitors can use telescope for star gazing.
The tallest single-structured sand dune in North America rises to 470 feet high above small lakes in the high desert south of Mountain Home. The state park includes desert, dune, prairie, lake and marsh habitat with opportunities to observe nocturnal species. Activities include fishing, birdwatching, camping, hiking, swimming and viewing the stars at Idaho's only public observatory. Feel free to climb but no vehicles are allowed on the dunes. A visitor center offers information on all birds of prey, insects, fossils, wildlife and sand dunes and gift items for purchase. Two cabins are available for rent. Also 82 serviced with W/E and 16 standard sites.