Idaho State Parks

There’s no greater bargain in Idaho.

Idaho State Parks officials are reminding potential campers for 2022 that the nine-month window to make a campsite reservation is always available.

And the crowds are only going to increase.

People visiting Idaho from out-of-state will have to pay double the entry fee at specific state parks and campgrounds beginning today (6/10).

Parks need maintenance.

A new director has been appointed to the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.

As 2020 forced the shutdown of businesses, schools, and events, millions of people headed outdoors and visited Idaho State Parks in record numbers

The director who serviced the longest for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation passed away at her Boise home Saturday.

Idaho State Parks will get close to $1.3 million in COVID-19 relief funds for parks hit by increased use during the summer.

Legislation to increase penalties for a person who attacks an Idaho Parks and Recreation employee authorized to enforce state laws has been introduced.

Lawmakers have advanced a proposed rule giving a sharper focus on who can take photos and record moving images in Idaho state parks without a permit.

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation has received $40,000 in corporate sponsorship since getting legislative approval nearly a year ago to reach out to businesses to help offset the agency's depleted budget.

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Some Idaho lawmakers are backing a state rule that would give private sponsors the ability to name state parks.

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho park officials say the Idaho Legislature should have final approval authority in naming new and existing state parks.

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho officials aren't ruling out that new state parks could be named after private companies that give large donations or sponsorships,