Located southeast of Swan Valley in eastern Idaho, Palisades Reservoir is a high-altitude reservoir and part of the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem. Surrounded by steep forested mountains, the 16,000-acre reservoir is an excellent spot for boating, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing is excellent for cutthroat and brown trout, in the summer - kokanee and mackinaw are an easier catch in the fall.

There are many areas to stop and create your own private sandy beach around the banks. Boat ramps and camp sites are available - see below.

Season: All Year
Hours: Daylight

Fees: Free

Palisades is a Reservoir, so the water levels vary during the year. Visit the U.S. Department of Interior Bureau of Reclamation website for water levels. web »

Boat Ramp Elevations web »

Campgrounds
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