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Centennial Park & North End Marina

Payette, Idaho · Fishing & Boating, Parks

Centennial Park & North End Marina provide Snake River access at the north end of Payette’s North 6th Street.

Admission
Free general admission; reservations or activities may cost extra
Hours
Daily park and launch hours are not published on the reviewed city page
Parking
Confirm current vehicle and trailer parking arrangements
Restrooms
Not documented on the reviewed city page
Access
Dock and park accessibility are not documented
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🚤 Boat-launch docks
  • ⚽ Soccer fields
  • 🌳 Open park space

💡 Good to Know

  • The city identifies boat access on the west side of the park. Check river levels, dock availability and current launch arrangements before bringing a boat.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Twin Falls Park visitor information and rules sign

Twin Falls Park

Kimberly, Idaho · Fishing & Boating, Parks

Twin Falls Park is an Idaho Power day-use park upstream of Shoshone Falls, reached from Falls Avenue. It offers river views, a picnic setting and boat access.

Admission
Free day use; shelter reservation costs extra
Hours
Daily 8 a.m.-dark
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Park restrooms
Access
Accessible facilities listed; confirm chosen route
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Boat ramp and docks
  • Picnic tables and barbecue stands
  • Reservable shelter
  • Interpretive viewpoint
  • Restrooms

💡 Good to Know

  • The park opens daily at 8 a.m. and closes at dark. Day use is free.
  • The picnic shelter is listed at $75 per day including a nonrefundable $25 reservation fee, plus applicable tax.
  • Accessible facilities are listed; confirm the route needed for your visit. River access here includes a whitewater take-out and should not be treated as a supervised swimming area.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Spicer Pond

St. Maries, Idaho · Fishing & Boating

Spicer Pond, also called Saint Maries Pond, is a small family fishing water near St. Maries. Idaho Fish and Game lists a dock, accessible facilities and stocked rainbow trout.

Admission
General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
Hours
Check current visiting times before travel
Parking
Pond parking lot off Highway 3
Restrooms
Accessible toilet listed
Access
Accessible facilities listed; confirm current route and dock condition
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Small fishing pond
  • Fishing dock
  • Accessible toilet and access listed
  • Nearby parking

💡 Good to Know

  • From the east end of St. Maries, cross the river on Highway 3 and continue south about 0.8 mile; the pond and parking are on the right.
  • There is no boat ramp and no campground. Check current fishing regulations and license requirements before fishing.
  • Stocking records do not guarantee catches or present conditions; confirm the dock and accessible route meet your needs.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Cartwright Ridge Campground

Ola, Idaho · Camping, Fishing & Boating

Cartwright Ridge Campground sits beside Sage Hen Reservoir in Boise National Forest. The Forest Service currently marks this campground closed.

Admission
Current camping fees are not confirmed
Hours
Currently marked closed by the Forest Service
Parking
Off-street parking
Restrooms
Vault toilets during normal operations; do not assume service during closure
Access
Specific accessible campsite features are not documented
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Reservoir camping when open
  • 🚤 Boat ramp and dock
  • 🥾 Reservoir loop trail
  • 🎣 Fishing

💡 Good to Know

  • Do not plan an overnight stay without confirming reopening with the Emmett Ranger District.
  • The normal season is approximately mid-May through September. There is no potable water at the campground.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Boiling Springs Campground

Garden Valley, Idaho · Camping, Fishing & Boating

Boiling Springs Campground lies north of Garden Valley between a geothermal-springs stream and the Middle Fork Payette River.

Admission
The current fee is not published on the Forest Service page; confirm before traveling
Hours
Currently marked closed by the Forest Service; confirm reopening before visiting
Parking
Off-Street Parking
Restrooms
Vault toilets during normal operations; do not assume service while closed
Access
Campsites accommodate RVs up to 30 feet; detailed accessible routes and facilities are not confirmed
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages
Food available
No

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Nine campsites, up to eight people per site
  • 🧺 Tables, grills and fire pits
  • 🚰 Seasonal drinking water when operating
  • 🎣 Middle Fork Payette River recreation
  • 🥾 Nearby hiking trails

💡 Good to Know

  • The Forest Service now marks the site closed. Its usual operating season is mid-May through late September.
  • The usual approach follows Forest Road 698 about 24 miles north from Crouch. Check current road conditions and bring backup drinking water.
  • Winter access information for the nearby rental cabin does not mean the campground is open in winter.

Official information: Official listing

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The Forest Service currently marks this campground closed. Normal seasonal amenities and reservations are not evidence of present access. Check the official campground status before traveling.

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Hot Springs Campground – Garden Valley

Garden Valley, Idaho · Camping, Fishing & Boating, Hot Springs

Hot Springs Campground east of Garden Valley offers Boise National Forest camping near the South Fork Payette River.

Admission
Camping and group-site fees; check current reservation price
Hours
Generally May–September, subject to conditions
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Vault toilets
Access
Three group sites described as accessible; the hot spring requires stairs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Eight single campsites and three group sites
  • ♨️ Natural hot spring across the highway
  • 🎣 River fishing
  • 🛶 River recreation
  • 🚰 Potable water

💡 Good to Know

  • The soaking pool is across State Highway 17 and down a staircase. Consider highway traffic and the stair access when planning with children.
  • Expect traffic noise. Check reservations, current fees, water service and seasonal opening conditions before travel.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Arthur Kelly Park

Soda Springs, Idaho · Fishing & Boating, Playgrounds

Arthur Kelly Park is Soda Springs’ largest municipal park, with year-round options for family recreation.

Admission
Free
Hours
Confirm current opening times
Parking
Off-Street Parking
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible features available
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Seasonal

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🎣 Two youth fishing ponds
  • 🥏 18-hole disc golf course
  • 🚶 Walking trails
  • 🥎 Softball fields
  • 🧺 Pavilion and picnic tables
  • 🚲 Bike park

💡 Good to Know

  • The two youth fishing ponds operate seasonally and are subject to Idaho fishing regulations.
  • Walking trails are groomed for cross-country skiing in winter.

Listing review date: 2026-10-15. Unconfirmed details remain noted in this listing.

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Devil Creek Reservoir

Malad City, Idaho · Fishing & Boating

Devil Creek Reservoir, about eight miles north of Malad City near Interstate 15, offers bank and boat fishing for stocked trout.

Admission
Current day-use and camping fees need confirmation
Hours
Confirm seasonal access
Parking
Off-street parking
Restrooms
Toilet listed by Idaho Fish and Game
Access
IDFG lists accessible features; confirm the specific route or facility you need
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🎣 Trout fishing
  • 🚤 Boat ramp and dock
  • 🏞️ Reservoir scenery
  • 🏕️ Campground listed nearby

💡 Good to Know

  • Check current Idaho Fish and Game fishing rules and water conditions before visiting. Facilities and fees can vary seasonally.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Trenner Park

American Falls, Idaho · Fishing & Boating, Parks

Trenner Park near American Falls offers a picnic setting with fishing access and views near the dam. The city identifies it as an Idaho Power-maintained park, also known as Three Layer Park.

Admission
General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
Hours
Check current visiting times before travel
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Picnic area
  • Fishing dock
  • Dam and river views

💡 Good to Know

  • Confirm the park entrance and current fishing-dock access before travel.
  • Check posted river and dam-area restrictions. Water levels and currents can change; keep children back from the water's edge.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Oregon Trail Sportsman Access

American Falls, Idaho · Fishing & Boating

Oregon Trail Sportsman Access provides fishing and boating access to the Snake River below American Falls Dam. Families can use the fishing dock or watch river activity from the designated access area.

Admission
General admission policy is not published in the reviewed source
Hours
Check current visiting times before travel
Parking
Access-area parking
Restrooms
Vault toilets
Access
Accessible facilities and paved routes described; check current dock/ramp conditions
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Boat ramp and docks
  • Fishing dock
  • Paved access routes
  • Parking
  • Vault toilets

💡 Good to Know

  • The access is at the end of Falls Avenue in American Falls.
  • The source describes accessible facilities and paved grades; ask about current dock and ramp conditions for individual mobility needs.
  • Check river conditions, fishing rules and launch availability before visiting. Keep children close beside the water.

Source information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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