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Palisades Ranger District
The Palisades Ranger District has the honor of the Snake River running through it.
Trails
There are a tons of trails available, of which several are suited for horseback riding and mountain biking, in addition to hiking, and motorized and non-motorized trails on the district.
Campgrounds
Camping is always a terrific recreational experience and camping on the Palisades district is no different. There are numerous campgrounds located around the Palisades Resevoir and throughout the district.
Adopt-a-Trail or Adopt-a-Site
Adopt-a-Trail and Adopt-a-Site is an exciting program which allows individuals and/or groups to take an active part in the upkeep of trails and/or sites within your national forest.
Palisades Reservoir
The reservoir has about 70 miles of shoreline and six access roads that have been built. Public use facilities include six campgrounds, five picnic areas, and six boat ramps.
Wildlife Viewing
Bald Eagles, Trumpeter Swans and Osprey are found on the South Fork of the Snake River and Palisades Reservoir. Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Mountain Lion, Moose, Wild Turkey and Black Bear roam throught the district. Ruffed and Blue Grouse, Northern Goshawk, Great Gray Owls, Flammulated Owls, and Sandhill Cranes can be see or heard as well. Idaho's State Raptor, the "Peregrine Falcon", nests here in high concentration.
This resort features intermediate terrain for alpine skiing, snowboarding, and night skiing. Ski school and rentals are available.