About Lake Cascade
Lake Cascade which is formed by Cascade Dam is part of the Boise & Payette River Basins reservoirs and select river locations are updated daily and graphically provided. Site offers: restrooms (Carbarton and Poison Creek restrooms open during winter), boat ramps and docks, marina, campgrounds at Blue Heron (12-units), Buttercup (30-units), Cabarton (12-units), Crown Point (38-units), Huckleberry (33-units), Poison Creek (20-units), Sugarloaf (42-units), Van Wyck Park (22-units), Curlew (25-tent sites), West Mountain North (18-units), and West Mountain South (25-units), parking, picnic tables, swimming, dump station, fuel, and disability facilities.
How to Get There
Directions: The lake is west of Cascade, 70 miles north of Boise on Idaho State Route 55. Once in Cascade, turn left toward the reservoir.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Lake Cascade
Heading to Lake Cascade? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Lake Cascade?
No central reservation system listed for Lake Cascade. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/109) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Lake Cascade?
Directions: The lake is west of Cascade, 70 miles north of Boise on Idaho State Route 55. Once in Cascade, turn left toward the reservoir.
How do I contact Lake Cascade?
You can reach the park at phone: 208-382-6544.
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