Arrowrock Reservoir Bureau of Reclamation / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
About this site

Arrowrock Reservoir is formed by Arrowrock Dam which is part of the Boise Project. The Reservoir is managed by the Boise National Forest, (Boise National Forest map). This 18 mile narrow canyon reservoir of 3,150-acres has limited access to 60 miles of shoreline. Boating, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing are the majo

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Arrowrock Reservoir

PASSLANDS ✦ AMBIGUOUS SEE THE SOURCE CHECK

Maybe — confirm before you go.

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

Where it is
43.5977, -115.9244
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Arrowrock Reservoir — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Arrowrock Reservoir?

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 Arrowrock Reservoir. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include Deer Creek Road. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Depends Is hunting allowed?

Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit 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

Lucky Peak Lake Karthikc123 / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Lucky Peak Lake

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Army Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.

BoatingHistoric & Cultural SitePicnicking
ID · Fee unknown
Bureau of Land Management

Bonneville Point

Confirmed

This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.

BikingInterpretive ProgramsHiking
ID · No fee
Bureau of Land Management

Ridge to Rivers Trail System

Confirmed

This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.

BikingInterpretive ProgramsHiking
ID · No fee
Bureau of Reclamation

Anderson Ranch Reservoir Boat Ramps

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingCampingFishing
ID · Fee unknown