Palisades Reservoir
Top 10 in Top 13 Best Lakes To Visit in Idaho
Palisades Reservoir, which has a four-turbine hydroelectric generating plant, was finished in 1957 and supplies irrigation water, flood control, and recreational opportunities. Potentially, the dam may produce 176.5 MW of energy. Palisades Reservoir, the resultant water impoundment, has a 1.2 million acre-foot storage capacity. 2018 saw the inclusion of the dam and power plant on the National Register of Historic Places.
This enormous body of water includes many public access spots within the Caribou-Targhee National Forest to enjoy activities like boating, fishing, and hiking. Along with numerous campgrounds surrounding the shore, the surrounding woodland also offers opportunities for basic camping.
Just north of the Palisades Reservoir, the backcountry Palisades Lakes are well-liked backpacking and hiking locations for those seeking a more secluded lake experience. Upper Palisades Lake is about a seven-mile hike from the Palisades Creek Trailhead in the Swan Valley; hikers pass Lower Palisades Lake on the way. The path, which is well-traveled during the summer weekends, offers numerous breathtaking views of the Snake River Range.
Location: Bonneville County, Idaho, USA
