Oxbow and Brownlee Reservoirs provide boating, fishing, and camping opportunities along the Snake River. Oxbow Reservoir (13 miles long) is accessed from Cambridge, Idaho. Brownlee Reservoir (57 miles long) and be accessed from either Cambridge, on the north, or from Weiser, Idaho from the south. There is limited acces
Maybe — confirm before you go.
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Oxbow/Brownlee — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Oxbow/Brownlee?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Oxbow/Brownlee. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Can you camp at Oxbow/Brownlee?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Land Management Hells Canyon Wilderness
ConfirmedThis site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Bureau of Reclamation / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Mann Creek Reservoir
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.