Joe T. Fallini Recreation Site

Overview

The Joseph T. Fallini Campground, situated on the banks of the Mackay Reservoir, is the only recreational site in Challis Field Office that offers full RV hookups and features a diversity of other facilities. This scenic area has a gorgeous view of the Lost River Range and offers recreational opportunities such as boating in the summer and ice fishing in late winter. 

Mackay Reservoir offers a boat ramp providing access to the reservoir for jet skiing, water skiing and sailing . Other boat launches along the reservoir are also available along with nearby access for the Big Lost River. 

Recreation

Visitors can engage in a variety of recreation opportunities including (ice) fishing, camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing, nature walking, boating, and star-gazing. 

Facilities

This campground features 26 campsites, including 4 double sites, 4 walk-in tent sites, and 18 single sites with both back-in and pull-through options. All campsites, with exception to the walk-in tent sites, offer electric and water hook-ups for your convenience. Additional amenities include an RV dump station, restrooms, a boat ramp, and an interpretive trail for exploring the natural surroundings.

Natural Features

This site resides on the banks on Mackay Reservoir surrounded by the Lost River Range to the east and Knob Mountains to the west.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (208) 879-6200.

Nearby Attractions

• Mackay Mine Hill Historical Self-Guided Tour
• Borah Peak Wilderness Study Area
• Borah Peak Trailhead
• Big Lost River
• Chilly Slough Wildlife Conservation Area
• Lost River Museum
• Craters of the Moon National Monument 
• Lower Cedar Creek Waterfall