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Palisades Reservoir

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About

USDA Forest Service

Palisades Reservoir is in a scenic valley with forested hillsides rising from the water to the towering snowcapped mountains which form the background. The reservoir has about 70 miles of shoreline and six access roads have been built. Public use facilities include five campgrounds, five picnic…

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Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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6 Reviews

Chelsie B.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Mar. 14, 2023

Beach front

There is a few sites free up to 3 or the large site up to 5 nights. Beautiful sites, fishing, and a boat ramp.

SiteIndian creek campground
Month of VisitSeptember
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  • Review photo of Palisades Reservoir by Chelsie B., March 14, 2023
Jamie C.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jun. 24, 2022

Easy to Drive to & Beautiful

We stayed up to the limit of five nights. Vault toilet close to the entrance well stocked with tp. Many spots to choose from whether you’re a solo tent camper or have a big group with RVs and rec vehicles, you can stay close to the water or hide near the trees. Good water access for kayaks and…

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Palisades Reservoir by Jamie C., June 24, 2022
  • Review photo of Palisades Reservoir by Jamie C., June 24, 2022
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Clay H.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Sep. 3, 2021

Plenty of room

Quiet and beautiful. The water was low when we arrived, but we could see the water from our spot. We picked an area up in the tall grass, but several people including large trailers were set up on the shore. There are so many spots to set up here that you can really enjoy a quiet evening.

Sitegrass
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Palisades Reservoir by Clay H., September 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Palisades Reservoir by Clay H., September 3, 2021
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Location

Palisades Reservoir is located in Idaho

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Directions

 The Palisades Dam and Reservoir are located on the Snake River about 55 miles southeast of Idaho Falls, Idaho on Hwy 26.

Coordinates

43.2697005 N
111.12950081 W

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