Category: Lakes and Rivers

Bear Lake State Park is located on the east side of Bear Lake. It provides a campground, bowery, and a day use area. Bear lake is 20 miles long and 8 miles wide with half of the lake in Idaho and half in Utah. The lake is a water sports…

Rainbow trout fishery near Malad City. On the northern edge of Malad City. Fish & Game stocks the reservoir with catchable-size rainbow trout.

Daniels Reservoir, 375-acres on the Little Malad River, is about 15 miles northwest of Malad City on West Daniels Road (also known to locals as Little Malad River Road). The fishery is for rainbow and cutthroat trout. Birding: Mallard, American Wigeon, and Northern Shoveler, American Coot, American White Pelican, Osprey…

A great spot for camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, and swimming.

Massacre Rocks State Park is one of the Historical Areas operated by the State of Idaho to remind visitors of the march of history through the state.  Ten miles west of American Falls on I-86, take exit 28 and follow the signs.  The park has stories to tell which date…

Features a covered picnic area, other picnic sites, and a boat ramp for fishing and boating. Birdwatchers can view pelicans, sea gulls, hawks, geese, and ducks.

Swimmers will enjoy two-mile-long North Beach on the north end of the lake. he gradual slope of the lake bottom provides an enormous swimming area. Ramps are available for boaters and water skiers who want to enjoy the water, too. There are several rental businesses renting boats, wave runners and…

Fishing Reservoir located in Franklin County is 151.7 acres. Stocked with Rainbow Trout.

Lamont Reservoir located about 3 miles north of Preston offers good fishing. Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Muskie.  Find fishing and boat rules on the Idaho Fish & Game website. Boat ramp, dock, vault toilet. Requires paid boat inspection for Quagga mussels. Watercraft only used for…

Reservoir near Malad Idaho with a variety of fish including rainbow trout, largemouth bass and cutthroat trout.

This beautiful gem of the byway could be easily passed or overlooked if travelers aren't already aware of it. The Black Canyon Gorge is just one mile west of Grace and offers display of a basalt lava flow combined with the effects of nature over time. The Bear River formed…

Reservoir north of Preston Idaho. Rainbow trout, perch, bluegill, crappie and largemouth bass. Find fishing and boat rules on the Idaho Fish & Game website. Boat ramp, dock, vault toilet. Required paid boat inspection for Quagga mussels. No campsites available.

Fish here for Bonneville Cutthroat Trout, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout.

>Family Fishing Pond stocked with rainbow trout ranging in size from 10-inch catchables to lunkers weighing almost six pounds.

Oneida Narrows is a beautiful reservoir for fishing, boating and family fun fishing. Boating: Float the Bear River on float tubes, rafts and kayaks. The Family Fun Tubing bus will take you back to the top for a fee. They also rent tubes.There is a dock and boat ramp. Fishing:…

The 40-acre sportsmen’s access site for fishing, and features outdoor and indoor archery courses. 10-mile trail connects with Jensen’s Grove.

McTucker Ponds near Fort Hall is a cluster of 8 ponds surrounded by willows and a few large cottonwood trees located near Springfield. There are many places for kids to fish from docks or the bank. Birding:  Cattle Egret, waterfowl, Tundra and Trumpeter Swans, Northern Pintail Snow Goose, Marbled Godwit…

The Blackfoot River offers good whitewater boating and wildlife viewing opportunities. A backcountry drive meanders along the rim of the gorge and offers views into the canyon and river below.

Twin Lakes is one of the most popular recreation sites in southeast Idaho located approximately 15 miles northwest of Preston. It has excellent bass and trout fishing. Visit Idaho Fish and Game for fishing rules and information. Location: Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of Preston, Idaho. Camping Capacity: 57 paid…

Chesterfield Reservoir is a popular spot for weekend public-lands-campground and fishing trips. One boat ramp is available.

Beautiful reservoir about 7 miles north of Malad City. Fishing: Some of the best trout fishing is in this region. Fish include Kokanee, Largemouth Bass, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout and more. This typical southeast Idaho reservoir is stocked heavily with catchable-size rainbow trout. Most anglers fish from boats or on…

There is a two mile paved walking path surrounding Jensen Lake, with 55 acres of water for many summer activities, including swimming, boating, and jet skiing.

This sparkling turquoise lake spanning the Idaho-Utah border offers swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing.

Willow Bay Resort has an RV Park Campground and Willow Bay Marina on the shore of American Falls Reservoir. Beautiful scenery, city park, walking path, and a huge lake well-stocked with fish. Newly renovated RV hook-ups. Weekly and monthly rates available. Small store for drinks, snacks, and worms. Camping: Great…

Bloomington Lake is a spectacular, high-elevation glacial lake nestled in the mountains of Southeast Idaho. Famed for its vibrant wildflowers, limestone cliffs, and excellent trout fishing, this pristine destination features two alpine lakes. Because of its unique geological, ecological, and botanical value, it is designated as a protected Special Emphasis…

Glendale Reservoir near Preston is best suited for anglers and has the highest bass catch rates in the region.  All bass under 16 inches must be released. Also present are bluegill and rainbow trout.

The campground is next to to Stone Reservoir in the Curlew National Grassland. Open year-round with a one large group site that can accommodate up to 200 people. Picnic shelter, grills, campfire rings, drinking water.

Condie Reservoir has been managed for trophy large mouth bass since 1990. Bluegills and yellow perch are also present.

Johnson Reservoir is located about 3 miles north of Preston offers good fishing. Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Muskie.  Find fishing and boat rules on the Idaho Fish & Game website. Boat ramp, dock, vault toilet. Requires paid boat inspection for Quagga mussels. Watercraft only used…

The Blackfoot River Canyon is a smaller version of the Snake River Birds of Prey Area and makes for an excellent backcountry scenic drive.

American Falls Reservoir, at 56,000 acres, is the largest reservoir on the Snake River. Highway 39 rides the top of the reservoir's 9-story-high dam for over half a mile and the lake can be seen stretching northeast as far as the horizon. BIRDING: American Falls area is one of Idaho's…