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Class II-III Blackfoot River, ID

Government Dam to Trail Creek (Government Dam Road Bridge to Trail Creek Bridge)

Water flows are dependent on Fort Hall Water Irrigation Demand.

The length of this section is about 23 miles and ranges between Class I - III.

This section of river is floatable in a canoe, kayak, stand-up paddle boards, or small raft.

 

Boaters on the Blackfoot River
Boaters on the Blackfoot River. Photo: BLM

 

For More Information:

Blackfoot River - BLM

Blackfoot River Recreation Sites Map (PDF) - BLM

 

Sage Hen Flats Campground
Sage Hen Flats Campground Photo: BLM

Section Details

Trip Length Multiday, 23.0 Miles
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager Bureau of Land Mangement, Pocatello Field Office
Wild & Scenic No
Water Trail No
Partner Information https://www.blm.gov/visit/blackfoot-river
https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/documents/files/media-center_public-room_idaho_BlackfootReservoir-map.pdf
Description American Whitewater
Photo Credit: Antonia Hedrick; BLM. Cutthroat Trout Campground.