An idyllic place to spend some relaxing time as a family on the beaches of the beautiful Cliff and Wade Lakes.

Just an hour outside of Yellowstone in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest lies Cliff and Wade Lakes.  Wade Lake was a wonderful idea shared with us by our friends from Under Canvas. It is spectacular with colors on par with Glacier National Park. It’s remote, so a less-traveled location with options for paddleboard rentals and canoes.  We headed here during a trip to Yellowstone. It’s just outside of West Yellowstone and there is an interpretive nature trail worth checking out too. Cliff Lake is a little more tucked away and less accessible so we stuck to Wade.  

We also loved the beach area, it’s a great spot to bring a picnic, beach toys, and hang for the day. There are rental options as well. 

It's the best during the warmer months but still accessible when the weather turns cold.