Idaho: Black Canyon Dam and Parks

Overview

There are three day-use parks located at or near Black Canyon Dam — Black Canyon Park, Wild Rose Park, and Cobblestone Park. Triangle Park offers both day-use and overnight camping.

There is a $4 daily fee at Black Canyon Park. Newly issued season passes are available for $25. Previously issued season passes can be renewed for $20. You must swipe your electronic season pass at the card reader each time you enter or exit the park. If you do not swipe your card when you exit the park, you will need to contact Reclamation staff to have it reset.

Triangle Park, located just upstream of Black Canyon Park, is available for group overnight camping for a fee of $125.00. Water and power are not available at this park.

Gazebos at Black Canyon Park and Wild Rose Park can be rented for a daily non-refundable fee of $125.00. Only the gazebos can be rented, not the entire park. The shelter at Cobblestone Park can be rented for a daily non-refundable fee of $125.00.

Montour Park, located in the Montour Wildlife Management Area, has overnight camping at $8.00 a day. There are 18 spaces which are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Potable water and bathrooms are available.

Reservations

Generally, the parks are open from mid-May to mid-September. Call (208) 365-2682 for specific dates. Check the calendar for available dates. To make a reservation, view the form, then print and mail it along with the nonrefundable $125.00 reservation fee to:

Black Canyon Park
5555 E Black Canyon Highway
Emmett, Idaho 83617

Be sure to view the Rules and Regulations. Contact us at bcparks@usbr.gov or phone 208-365-2682 for more information.

View the Calendar
Reservation Form
Season Pass Order Form

Rules and Regulations

SANITATION: Dumping or disposal in any manner of beverage and food containers, refuse sewage, debris, or litter of any kind into project waters or onto project lands is prohibited, except at locations where receptacles are provided. This applies to refuse or waste from any vehicles.

SWIMMING: Swimming or scuba diving shall be at the swimmer’s own risk. Scuba diving is permitted when the diver plainly marks the area in which he is operating with suitable flags or floats. Swimming is allowed in the swim area at your own risk. There is not a lifeguard on duty at any time. Swimming outside the swim area is prohibited. Swimming from boat docks is prohibited.

BOATING: Boating is governed by Idaho State laws and regulations. Additional regulations may be imposed by local authority for the safety of the public and/or project facilities.

CONTROL OF ANIMALS: Pets are not allowed in Black Canyon Park, or Triangle Park. Pets are allowed in Montour Park , Cobblestone Park (not on the grass), and Wild Rose Park in designated pet areas only. Owners are required to clean up after their pets (except in designated areas) and are responsible for any damage caused by their pets. Dogs, cats and other animals must be crated, caged, or upon a leash not longer than 6 feet at all times. Barking or aggressive dogs are not allowed. The release or abandonment of domestic animals is prohibited. See Gem County Ordinance No. 2005-05.

VEHICLES: Vehicles of all types must be confined to roads and designated parking areas. Off-road use of any motorized vehicle is prohibited. Vehicles parking in unauthorized areas will be towed at the owner’s expense.

RESTRICTIONS: Discharge or display of any weapons, guns, knives, etc. within recreational sites is prohibited. Fireworks are prohibited on all lands managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings only.

ALCOHOL: Alcohol is prohibited at all Black Canyon Parks. Special permits for serving and consuming alcohol may be obtained for Cobblestone Park Shelter, Triangle Park, and Wild Rose Gazebo. Drunkenness, profanity, fighting, and indecent exposure are also prohibited.

Personally owned barbecues may be used, but they must be constructed so as to allow minimum of 6 inches between the bottom of the barbecue and the top of the picnic table or ground.

The operation or use of any audio or other noise producing device, including but not limited to communication media and motorized equipment or vehicles, in such a manner as to reasonably annoy or endanger persons is prohibited.

Infants and toddlers who lack the ability to use proper bathroom facilities are required to wear a diaper at all times. Soiled diapers must be disposed of properly in a refuse receptacle.

Last update: July 30, 2009 1:15 PM