Category: Water Sports

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

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.

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.

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

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. Camping and RV parking. Group camping sites available. Open April thru September. 57…

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.

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.

Sheep Rock was the location of the first split of the Oregon-California Trail. The Bidwell-Bartleson Party and the Hudspeth Cutoff diverged from the main trail here. Oregon Trail Public Park and Marina – This park, on the shore of Alexander Reservoir, features a marina, picnic area and playground, and a remnant of the Oregon Trail.

Family sports park in Pocatello. There is a 7-acre lake with a swimming beach with fishing access. There is mountain bike park and a large children's playground. It has multi-use sports fields, basketball courts and a sand volleyball pit.  A state-of-the-art amphitheater hosts local events as well as big concerts, festivals and community…

The Bear River in Southeast Idaho is a great place for Whitewater recreation for Kayaking and River Rafting! The Black Canyon below the Grace dam and the Oneida Narrows below the Oneida dam provide opportunities for whitewater recreation, depending on the time of year and the availability of water. Pacific…

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…

Bring your kayak, raft or rent a tube and float the wild Portneuf River as it passes through the town of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho! Life jackets and water shoes are recommended.

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

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…

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…

Beautiful reservoir about 7 miles north of Malad City. Some of the best trout fishing is in this region. This typical southeast Idaho reservoir is stocked heavily with catchable-size rainbow trout. Most anglers fish from boats or on the bank around the dam.  Concrete boat launch & vault restrooms. Sunrise…

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.

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…

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

Have fun fishing, camping, hiking, water sports and nearby off-road ATV trails. Campground provides full hookups, sewer, laundry and showers, camp store and café. Their are areas for dry camping for large groups. Pet friendly. Boat Slips available.