Lake Walcott State Park

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Lake Walcott State Park

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The park includes a campground, boat ramps, picnic areas, and 21-hole disc golf course. Located 12 Miles North of Rupert, Idaho. Camping. Disc Golf. Want to camp?

Lake Walcott State Park is a welcoming oasis from the surrounding desert with impressive tree canopies, scenic shorelines, lush shady lawns, and a rich history. Developed grassy areas for gatherings, picnics and more. Tent camping, RV camping and Cabin reservations can be made through our website ( http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/lake-walcott ) or by calling 1-888-922-6743
Come check it out!

10/02/2026

TOP PHOTO is Back for October! Submit your photos of Lake Walcott for your chance at some swag and to be our cover photo for next month! Be sure the photo is taken of Lake Walcott of Idaho to be eligible. Note: When photos are submitted in portrait orientation rather than landscape orientation, we use photo-editing software to extend the sides of the image so it fits the Facebook cover photo format.

10/01/2026

We have our September TOP PHOTO winner for Lake Walcott State Park! Congratulations to Arianna Despain on your beautiful photo! Arianna, please email
[email protected] to claim your swag!

09/29/2026

Trail Tale Tuesday! 🥾🌲
Idaho State Park trails are full of stunning views, wildlife, and... occasionally some unexpected finds!
From a mystery toy dinosaur guarding a switchback to an abandoned shoe resting on a tree stump, what’s the oddest, coolest, funniest, or most unusual thing you’ve ever spotted along a trail?
Drop your story & photo if you have one (and tell us which Idaho State Park you were exploring!) in the comments below! 👇📸
PHOTO CREDIT: Colby Andersen

09/25/2026

VOTE NOW! Photos are in no particular order… Please click like or love to vote on your favorites. On Thursday we will announce the winner of TOP PHOTO for September

09/25/2026

A prickly little visitor enjoying the fall scenery at Lake Walcott.

As the leaves change and temperatures cool, keep an eye out for the wildlife that calls the park home. You never know who you might encounter along the way!

Photo credit to: Tracy McVay

09/22/2026

Happy First Day of Fall 🍁
Today marks the official first day of autumn, bringing crisp morning air, golden daylight, and changing leaves. This means the start of a whole new season of adventure; it’s a perfect time to get outside!
How are you welcoming autumn this week? Share in the comments below 👇
PHOTO CREDIT: Robbie Jensen

09/21/2026

LAST CALL! Submit your Lake Walcott photos by September 24th, for a chance to win swag and be our next cover photo feature! Photos submitted from previous Top Photo months are welcome to enter as well! Be sure the photo is taken of Lake Walcott State Park of Idaho to be eligible.

09/19/2026

Due to the drawdown at Lake Walcott, the small launch docks and handling docks at the state park will be pulled from the water on Monday, September 21, 2026. With the low water levels, please use caution when launching and loading equipment.

09/18/2026

Due to the drawdown at Lake Walcott, staff at Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge have pulled out the buoys early. Even with the buoys not present, the no boating areas are still in effect, and these areas are detailed in the refuge brochure map. With the low water levels, please use caution when putting your boat in the water.

Have a happy and safe fall enjoying your National Wildlife Refuges!

📸 Staff pulling buoys from the water using a winch by Jaime Allen/USFWS

Address

959 E Minidoka Dam Road
Rupert, ID
83350

Telephone

+12084361258

Website

http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/lake-walcott

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