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Palisades Reservoir
Palisades Reservoir is in a scenic valley with forested hillsides rising from the water to the towering snowcapped mountains which form the background. The reservoir has about 70 miles of shoreline and six access roads have been built. Public use facilities include five campgrounds, five picnic areas, and six boat ramps. Two boat clubs have facilities on the reservoir and private cabins have been constructed under permit from the Forest Service. Fishing, motorized and non-motorized boating are all popular activities on the reservoir.
At a Glance
| Area Amenities: | Boat ramp, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Swan Valley, ID |
General Information
Directions:The Palisades Dam and Reservoir are located on the Snake River about 55 miles southeast of Idaho Falls, Idaho on Hwy 26.
Activities
Campground Camping
RV Camping
Group Camping
Dispersed Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
fishing| Water/Flow Level | Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout and Kokanee |
Ice Fishing
Boating - Motorized
motorizedBoating - Non-Motorized
non- motorizedSwimming
Tubing
Waterskiing
Windsurfing
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Boat ramp: |