Water Quality Advisory
A health advisory has been issued for Lake Cascade and the North Fork of the Payette River below the Cascade Dam for a cyanobacteria bloom.
Winter 2024 Update (11/8/2024)
All campgrounds have been closed and winterized for the season. Winter camping is available in the boat ramp parking areas at Blue Heron, Van Wyck, and Poison Creek Units. As a reminder, campfires are not allowed on the parking lots.
Osprey Point Yurts remain open year-round. Reservations for the yurts can be made by calling 1-888-922-6743 or by visiting www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov
Starting Oct. 28th, visitors may see digging of small holes in numerous locations across the Poison Creek Campground. This is an archeological examination of the area for any potential cultural resources and is related to the permitting for the proposed Tamarack Marina project. The work is expected to end by December.
For information about the Lake Cascade Marina, click here, or visit tab below.
As a reminder, we are moving to a new reservation system, so we are not taking reservations for 2025 until January 6, 2025. Stay tuned for more information.
Osprey Point Group Yurt Camp
Located on the west side of the lake. There are three large yurts in a common area. Two are on one deck and the third is on a separate deck. This camp is designed to accommodate groups up to 30 people.
Available Sleeping
- Bluebird Yurt (20’) has 1 single/single bunk bed, 1single/double bunk bed, & 1 double futon couch-bed. Sleeps seven (7)
- Appaloosa Yurt (24’) has 1 single/single bunk bed, 2 single/double bunk beds, & 2 double futon couch-beds. Sleeps twelve (12)
- Syringa Yurt (24’) has 3 single/double bunk beds, & 1 double futon couch-bed. Sleeps eleven(11)
Each yurt has a cook table, a dining table, folding chairs, a two burner Coleman cook stove and two Coleman lanterns. Renters need to supply their own propane canisters. We recommend one (1) canister per appliance/day.(A stove with both burners on will burn for 1-4 hours on one canister; a lantern on full will burn for 6 hours)
You will need to bring:
- Food/Drinks/Condiments
- Paper towels
- Cooking/Eating Utensils
- Dishcloths/Soap
- Pots/Pans/Dishes
- Personal Items
- Bedding/Pillows
- Flashlight
- Insect/Sun protection
- Matches
- Soap/Hand sanitizer
- Propane Canisters
Provided
Vault toilets. Drinking water is located at the outside faucet on the eastside of the well house. Picnic tables and a large fire ring (except in the winter). Vault toilets for gray water disposal (dish water).
When available, showers are located at Poison Creek campground for $3.00 per shower/person.
Things to keep in mind…
No Electricity or Telephones. Some cell phones may work, but you will want to check yours before counting on it.
Renters are responsible for light cleaning. A broom and dustpan are provided. Plastic mattress covers now replace sheets and need to be left on – PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE . Each yurt has a wood burning stove.
Firewood is available to purchase for $15.00 per level wheelbarrow load. The stoves will accommodate wood up to 12” long. Longer pieces of wood do not fit correctly in the fire box and can break the glass in the stove door.
Reminders
- There is a two-night minimum stay.
- Please dispose of your gray water (dish water) in the vault toilet.
- All vehicles must stay in the parking area.
- Day use hours are 7am to 10 pm.
- NO SMOKING INSIDE THE YURTS.
- NO PETS are allowed.
- Check-out / 12:00 pm
- Check-in / 3:00 pm
Fee Schedule
Please call our Call Center at 1-888-922-6743 for Reservations.
Idaho Resident Fee $175.00 per night for the 3 yurts.
Out of State Fee $200.00 per night for the 3 yurts.
Extra Camp Fee $20.00 per night/camp for up to 5 camping units.
Firewood is $15.00 per level wheelbarrow load.
Snowbank Group Area
Located on the southeast side of the lake. Offers a semi-secluded camping experience. This camp is designed to accommodate groups of up to 75 people.
There is a 25 space parking lot for vehicles and RVs (trucks with trailers use two spots). All vehicles must stay in the designated parking area.
There is an adjacent grassy area for walk-in tent camping. This area has partial shade.
Amenities
There are 16 picnic tables, 16 fire grills and a 5’ ground fire ring for group gatherings. Central water and vault toilets are available.
There are no hook-ups or electricity. No shower facilities. Showers are available at Ridgeview campground for $3.00 per shower/per person.
Firewood is available to purchase for $15.00 per bundle (nearest location is Blue Heron).
Reminders
- Please dispose of your gray water (dish water) in the vault toilet.
- All vehicles must stay in the parking area.
- Day use hours are 7am to 10 pm.
- Check-out / 1:00 pm
- Check-in / 2:00 pm
Fee Schedule
Please call our Call Center at 1-888-922-6743 for Reservations.
Idaho Resident Fee $100.00 per night up to 20 people
Out of State Fee $125.00 per night up to 20 people
20+ People $2.00 per person/night
Non Refundable Reservation Fee $25.00
All motorized vehicles require a (MVEF) fee of $7 daily or an Idaho State Parks Passport Sticker or IDPR Annual Pass.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations that occur twenty-one (21) or fewer calendar days prior to arrival, will be assessed a cancellation fee equal to the first night (base rate). Cancellations that occur more than twenty-one (21) calendar days prior to arrival will be assessed a cancellation fee of fifty dollars ($50.00).
Current Conditions
Address: 100 Kelly's Parkway (P.O. BOX 709)
Cascade, ID 83611
Phone: (208) 382-6544
Hours of Operation: Day-use locations within state parks are open from 7 am to 10 pm, per Idaho state code 26.01.20 (5). Day-use hours may change based on park manager discretion.
