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IDAHO TIME Reservation System

The new modernized camping reservation system for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) goes live January 6, 2025. The new IDAHO TIME reservation system will better deliver the Idaho experience that is unique to Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. It will better connect park users to camping opportunities as demand continues to grow and competition increases for coveted dates and locations. A staggered start based on reservation dates will be in place the first week. IDPR appreciates your patience as we launch the new reservation system. We are here to provide excellent customer service to help secure your IDAHO TIME.

What Happens January 6

The IDAHO TIME reservation system is planned to go live at 8 a.m. Mountain Time January 6.  Only reservations that start between January 6 and May 31 will be available on the first day. A customer can make a reservation that starts in May and goes into June. The link to the new reservation system will be posted on this page when the new system is live. See the schedule below for what reservations periods become available each day. The planned release time each day will be at 8 a.m. Mountain Time.

What’s Behind the New System

Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation developed the new system with Brandt, a company that supports state agencies by delivering technology to improve outdoor experiences. State agency clients include Idaho Department of Fish and Game, South Carolina State Parks, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, Florida Fish and Wildlife, and many more state agencies around the country.

What Has Changed

IDPR reservations were previously made through Reserve America. The new system will resemble modern reservation systems for hotels or airlines. Prices may drop during low demand periods and go up when demand is highest. The price adjustments help keep camping rates low during lower-demand time with the higher rates offsetting the fees. The new system is smartphone-friendly and provides additional content about facilities, features, options and availability along with campsite photos.

Reservations Guide

Reservations for campsites, cabins and other facilities for 2025 were paused August 1, 2024 in order for the new reservation system to be developed. IDPR is making every effort to not overload the new reservation system when it goes live January 6. During the first week each day will be for specific reservation windows. The staggered start spreads out the most popular vacation weekends across multiple days so people booking for Labor Day are not competing at the exact same moment as those booking for Memorial Day.

Schedule for Week One

Monday, January 6

The reservation system is planned to go live at 8 a.m. Mountain Time on January 6.  Only reservations that start between January 6 and May 31 will be available on the first day. A customer can make a reservation that starts in May and goes into June.

Tuesday, January 7

Customers can make a reservation for any stay that starts between January 7 and June 30. A customer can make a reservation that starts in June and goes into July.

Wednesday, January 8

Customers can make a reservation for any stay that starts between January 8 and July 31. A customer can make a reservation that starts in July and goes into August.

Thursday, January 9

Customers can book a reservation that starts between January 9 and August 30. A customer can make a reservation that starts in August and goes into September.

Friday, January 10

Customers can book a reservation that starts as late as September 30. A customer can make a reservation that starts in September and goes into October.

Saturday, January 11

The phased in reservation windows for the first week of the new system will be completed. Customers can book a reservation starting as late as 9 months in advance of their desired reservation start date.

Reservation Tips

For the first week, high-demand sites will fill fast. Customers may be entered into a “waiting room” when they first visit the new online reservation system if the current website traffic is high. The waiting room is designed to show how many people are already “in line” and the approximate wait time. It is important to NOT leave the waiting room page/window because the user may have to start all over at the back of the line. A new/separate window or browser can be used while in the waiting room.

Be sure to have multiple options for camping locations and dates. High-demand sites will fill fast. During the first week, while in the waiting room, customers will not be able to see what campsites are still available. Once in the reservation system, users can select what dates, park and facilities they want to book. From there, the available reservations and current prices will be displayed for selection.

Please note that a reservation is only secured once it is purchased. There are no holds while users look at options. Only three reservations can be made per session, and the session ends after purchase. If more reservations are desired, the user must return to the back of the line in the waiting room.

Reservations by phone can be made at 888-922-6743. However, booking online is a faster way to secure high-demand locations and dates.

 

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