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Hunting and Fishing in Idaho
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Round Lake State Park
58-acre Round Lake was formed by glacial activity nearly one
million years ago. A two-mile trail encircles the lake. It is an
excellent wildlife viewing area and you can expect to see
wildlife ranging from gophers, muskrats and mink to bobcats,
black bears and whitetailed dear. The lake is only 37 feet deep,
so it warms sufficiently for comfortable swimming. Campsites are
shaded by towering western red cedars, western hemlocks,
ponderosa pines, Douglas firs, and western larch. Facilities:
Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Wildlife Viewing.
For information call: (208)263-3489
Hells Gate State Park
Hells Gate State Park includes 200 developed acres that border
the Snake River. There is plenty of grassy space for picnicking
and other activities, and a large swimming beach. Hells Gate
Marina has over 100 slips available on a daily to yearly basis.
There is also a public boat launch, store, rest rooms, and
plenty of parking. Nearby, the Snake River winds through Hells
Canyon, the deepest gorge in North America, providing recreation
and spectacular scenery. The Snake River is great for sailboats,
jet boats, power boats, and water skiing. Anglers come from all
around to enjoy the famous steelhead runs of the Snake, Salmon,
and Clearwater rivers where record-breaking fish still survive.
The steelhead season usually runs through the fall and winter.
For information call: (208)799-5015
Eagle Island State Park
This day-use park features a popular swimming beach, a grassy
picnic are and a waterslide. Facilities: fisshing, swimming,
wildlife viewing. For information call: (208)939-0696
Niagara Springs State Park
Tumbling down the canyon side at 250 cubic feet per second,
Niagara Springs is a sight you won't soon forget. The churning
water is the icy blue of glaciers. The springs are a National
Natural Landmark and part of the world- famous Thousand Springs
Complex along the Snake River.The park provides your best
opportunity to drive into the 350-foot-deep Snake River canyon,
but be cautious. The road is narrow and steep. We advise you not
to risk it in a motorhome or while pulling a large trailer. Once
inside the canyon, you'll find year-round fishing in Crystal
Springs Lake, including a handicap accessible site.
Wildlife--especially waterfowl--is abundant. For information
call: (208)536-5522
Harriman State Park
Harriman State Park, formerly known as the Railroad Ranch, was
deeded to the people of Idaho by Roland and Averell Harriman for
the enjoyment of future generations. The Idaho Department of
Parks and Recreation developed a plan for the controlled use of
the area and opened the park in 1982. The ranch, with its
original structures, offers guided tours during the summer.
Wildlife abounds at the park with elk, moose, beaver, muskrats,
bald eagles, osprey, trumpeter swans and other waterfowl
frequently seen. Henrys Fork, a world-famous fly fishing stream,
winds through the meadows of Harriman State Park. For
information call: (208)558-7368
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