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CALAMITY

Overview Calamity Campground is located along the Snake River drainage at the north end of beautiful Palisades Reservoir at an elevation of 5,700 feet, just 55 miles east of Idaho Falls, Idaho. Visitors enjoy boating, water skiing, fishing and canoeing. Recreation Palisades Reservoir offers excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and canoeing. Lake and shore fishing are very popular here as well, with wild and stocked cutthroat trout as the predominate species. Kokanee salmon, brown and…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 43.3277778, -111.215

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • South Fork of the Snake River - Palisades Dam
  • South Fork of The Snake
  • Tissue Point Boating Site
  • South Fork of the Snake River - Palisades Creek
  • BIG ELK
  • Blowout Campground

Frequently asked questions

Is CALAMITY reservable?

Yes — CALAMITY accepts reservations. Check the live availability calendar to see open dates and book.

Where is CALAMITY?

See the map for CALAMITY's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at CALAMITY?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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