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Overview BLM manages more than 51,000 acres of public land in the Little Jacks Creek Wilderness. The Owyhee Canyonlands is a huge and remote area of eastern Oregon, southwestern Idaho and northern Nevada. Hidden within this vast high desert plateau...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 36,000 acres of public lands in the Cedar Butte Wilderness Study Area. Lava flows here date back over 10,000 years. Several species of mammals live here including rodents, mule deer, antelope, coyotes, rabbits and over...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The 103-mile Owyhee Uplands Back Country Byway offers high desert scenery at its finest. From expanses of sagebrush and grasslands to sheer, red-walled river canyons, the Byway...

Overview Cottonwood Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of river. Know...

In Idaho, BLM manages 3,500 acres of public lands in the Lower Salmon Falls Creek Wilderness Study Area. The WSA consists of 16-mile long, 1/2-mile wide canyon that carries Salmon Falls. This vertical-walled meandering canyon dissects the Antelope Pocket lava...

Deep Creek carves an extremely meandering, vertical walled canyon to its confluence with the Owyhee River. Deep Creek can be kayaked or canoed in the early spring when flows reach into the hundreds of cubic feet per second from snowmelt...

This is a short trail that traverses downhill through a dense forested area to Mirror Lake. The trail surface is natural dirt and rock with a moderate trail rating with the elevation ranging from 5760-6200 feet. Undeveloped camping is allowed...

In Idaho, BLM manages over 10,000 acres of public lands in the Black Canyon I Wilderness Study Area. Located at the southern toe of the Lemhi Mountain Range, this landscape is characterized by rocky canyons massive cliffs and faults. The...

Overview This picnic area in a shady grove of cottonwoods, is located near the eastern end of the Owyhee Uplands Backcountry Byway (a.k.a. Mud Flat Road). This is the only developed recreation spot in this region and includes tables, grills...

Flowing from the central Idaho mountains, the Payette River and its various forks offers a variety of river related recreational opportunities. The BLM and Forest Service jointly manage the Main Payette and South Fork Payette Rivers to provide public river...

Wickahoney Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Sensitive species here also include bald eagles, yellow-billed cuckoos, prairie falcons, ferruginous hawks, neotropical migratory bird...

The West Fork Bruneau River joins with the Jarbidge River to form the Bruneau River about 24 miles north of the Nevada border, just upstream of Indian Hot Springs. The canyon opens up at this portion of the river through...

Overview This campground (8 campsites) sits at the base of the Beaverhead Mountains. The Nee-Me-Poo (Nez Perce) National Historic Trail runs nearby from the northeast after it crosses the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Recreational opportunities include camping, biking, fishing...

Overview Campground rules and regulations are posted at the site. There are no dumpsters on site, visitors must pack in and out their trash. Camping: primitive camping space. There are no fees associated with this site and use is first...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 1,000 acres of public lands in the Selkirk Crest Wilderness Study Area. The WSA is steep and heavily vegetated with a wide variety of species. Elevation ranges from near 1,800 feet to almost 4,500 feet...

The deep canyon of the Snake River, with its crags and crevices and thermal updrafts, is home to the greatest concentration of nesting birds of prey in North America and perhaps, the world. The BLM's mission at the Morley Nelson...

Overview Over 100 years ago, emigrants on the Oregon Trail passed through what is now the Milner Historic Recreation Area, creating ruts as they traveled through the soft soil of the area. Some of the emigrants chose to camp here...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The St. Anthony Sand Dunes consists of 10,600 acres of clear, shifting, white quartz sand. Although much of the sand dunes is managed as a wilderness study...

Overview The 425-mile Salmon River is one of the longest free-flowing river in the lower 48 states. The river begins at not much more than a trickle at an elevation of about 8,000 feet in the Sawtooth and Whitecloud Mountains...

Duncan Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of river.

Overview Discovery Hill has become one of Salmon’s destinations for getting outdoors to hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, dirt bike, play disc golf and even explore a 1.6-mile Podcast Trail. The Discovery Hill non-motorized trail system, located just one mile...

Overview The Boise Foothills rise above Idaho's Capitol and largest city, providing a postcard backdrop that inspires and soothes the soul. An interconnected network of roads and trails courses through these hills, linking not only neighborhoods with public lands but...

Overview Eightmile is a day-use site providing fishing access to the Salmon River. It is a short walk to the river from the established parking area .

Overview The Delaney Creek National Recreation Trail is part of a 45 mile trail network that provides access through the Widow Mountain Wilderness Study Area. The trail is 4.25 miles one way with an elevation range of 4400-6400 feet. The...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The Snake River used to flow across the northern portion of the Snake River Plain, but now flows along the southern margin of the Plain. The river...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 15,000 acres of public lands in the Gooding City of Rocks East Wilderness Study Area. The Mount Bennett Hills are a rolling belt of foothills between the Sawtooth Mountains to the north and the Snake...

You can see the birds of prey in their natural river canyon habitat on a scenic float trip. South of Boise, the Snake River has cut a canyon where more eagles, hawks, and falcons nest each spring in greater concentrations...

Overview This is a popular area for sledding during the winter. Restroom facilities may be present when there is sufficient snow for sledding

Overview The Payette River provides white-water opportunities for boaters of all experience levels. The Main Payette offers the beginner a chance to hone their skills on Class I to III rapids. The Cabarton Section of the North Fork (Class II...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 10,000 acres of public lands in the Black Den Butte Wilderness Study Area. Outstanding opportunities for solitude can be found here. The rugged volcanic features and desert environment have opportunities for camping, hiking and hunting.

Overview Cedar Creek Reservoir, also known as Roseworth Reservoir, is located about 17 miles west of Rogerson, Idaho. The reservoir was created in 1910 by the construction of a dam across Cedar Creek by the Idaho Farm Development Company. This...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 16,000 acres of public lands in the Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area. The rugged volcanic features and desert environment provide opportunities for camping hiking and hunting.

Overview Two adjacent sites on Silver Creek near Highway 93, downstream of the Nature Conservancy’s Silver Creek Preserve. Silver Creek offers good trout fishing, picnicking and camping. Long camp trailers or RVs not recommended, limited turn around options.

Overview Sheep Creek flows through an extremely narrow, winding canyon with sheer vertical walls. High water flows are in the spring and provide for whitewater for the most experienced boaters. Access to Sheep Creek is difficult because of its remoteness...

Overview Small reservoir that only holds water in the spring, contact BLM Shoshone Field Office regarding water levels. This is a popular semi developed camping location for hunters.

The Oregon Trail Scenic Byway follows the main Oregon Trail from the crossing of the Snake River near Glenns Ferry to Bonneville Point, southeast of Boise. Part 1 of the byway is a loop drive that takes you to the...

Overview The Challis Bridge Recreation Site along the Upper Salmon River is day use area, there is no camping at this site. The site is surrounded by a grove of cottonwoods offering shade from the summer sun and has restrooms...

Overview Nestled between the Upper Salmon River and the mouth of the East Fork of the Salmon River, the East Fork Recreation Site provides visitors with scenic recreational opportunities. The site is popular during the summer months and offers fishing...

In Idaho, BLM manages over 67,000 acres of public lands in the Raven's Eye Wilderness Study Area. This WSA contains three prominent volcanic cones including Spud Butte Broken, Top Butte and an unnamed cone north of Wagon Butte. Elevations in...

Overview Access to this hot springs requires a hike from the trailhead which starts at the end of the county road. The first 1/4 mile of the trail passes through private property with public access provided by an easement. Dogs...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview Lud Drexler Park is located on the north end of Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir near the Idaho/Nevada border, about 36 miles south of Twin Falls, Idaho. The...

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 6,000 acres of public lands in the Little City of Rock Wilderness Study Area. The Mount Bennett Hills are a belt of rolling foothills between the Sawtooth Mountains to the north and the Snake River...

Overview Small reservoir suitable for non-motorized watercraft, occasionally stocked by Idaho Department of Fish and Game for trout fishing.

Overview In Idaho, BLM manages over 5,000 acres of public lands in the Snowhole Rapids Wilderness Study Area. The canyon walls within this WSA are steep with elevation ranges from 1200 feet at the Salmon River to 3800 feet in...

Overview Weiser Dunes is an OHV riding area located adjacent to the Snake River along the Idaho-Oregon border. The 130 acres of sand dunes offer opportunities for motorcycles, OHVs, and dune buggies to explore sand trails, hill climbs, and open...

Overview Huckleberry Campground is located along the shores of the St. Joe River, 29 miles east of St. Maries, Idaho on the St. Joe River Road. Reserve a campsite here: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273785/campsites. Recreation RV Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing. In close proximity...

Overview Pink House Recreation Site is a large developed site located approximately 5 miles west of Orofino, ID. Nestled beside the Clearwater River at an elevation of 980 feet, the Pink House Recreation Site is surrounded by scenic views of...

Overview A small popular semi-developed site offers camping and picnicking in the scenic beauty of the North Fork of the Owyhee River Canyon, much of which was designated Wilderness in March 2009. There is no potable water at this site.

Overview This popular year-round fishing hole features a trailhead leading to Jimmy Smith Lake adjacent to the spectacular White Clouds and Jim McClure-Jerry Peak wilderness areas. The area offers wonderful rainbow trout fishing opportunities. This site has limited cell service...

Overview Cove Recreation Site, on C.J. Strike Reservoir, is the BLM's only improved public camping facility within the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area (NCA). This site is first come, first served. Facilities at this fee...