Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 26 - Parks and Recreation, Department of
Rule 26.01.20 - RULES GOVERNING THE ADMINISTRATION OF PARK AND RECREATION AREAS AND FACILITIES
Section 26.01.20.200 - CAMPING
Current through August 31, 2023
01. Occupancy and Capacity. (3-18-22)
02. Self Registration. In those areas so posted, campers must register themselves for the use of campsites and facilities, paying all required fees as provided for herein and in accordance with all posted instructions. (3-18-22)
03. Length of Stay. Except as provided herein, no person, party or organization may be permitted to camp on any lands administered by the department for more than fifteen (15) days in any thirty (30) consecutive day period. This applies to both reservation and "first come first served" customers. The department operations division administrator may authorize shorter or longer periods for any individual area. (3-18-22)
04. Registration. All required fees must be paid, registration information completed, and all permits properly displayed prior to occupying a campsite or facility. Saving or holding campsites or facilities for individuals not physically present at the time of registration for "first come first served" camping is prohibited. (3-18-22)
05. Condition of Campsite. Campers must keep their individual or group campsite or facility and other use areas clean. (3-18-22)
06. Liquid Waste Disposal. All gray water and sewage wastes must be held in self-contained units or collected in water-tight receptacles in compliance with state adopted standards and dumped in sanitary facilities provided for the disposal of such wastes. (3-18-22)
07. Motorized Equipment. No generators or other motorized equipment emitting sound and exhaust are permitted to be operated during quiet hours. (3-18-22)
08. Campsite Parking. All motor vehicles and trailers, must fit entirely within the campsite parking pad/area provided with the assigned individual or group campsite or facility. All equipment that does not fit entirely within the designated campsite parking area must be parked at another location within the campground, or outside the campground, as may be designated by the park or program manager. If no outside parking is available, the park or program manager may require the party to register on a second campsite, if available. (3-18-22)
09. Equipment. All camping equipment and personal belongings of a camper must be maintained within the assigned individual or group campsite or facility perimeter. (3-18-22)
10. Check Out. Customers are required to clean, vacate, and check out of registered campsites or facilities as follows: (3-18-22)
11. Visitors. Individuals visiting campers must park in designated areas, except with permission of the park or program manager. Visitors must conform to established day use hours and day use fee requirements. (3-18-22)
12. Responsible Party. The individual reserving or registering to use an individual or group campsite or facility is responsible for ensuring compliance with the rules within this chapter. (3-18-22)
13. Camping. Camping in individual or group facility sites is prohibited unless in areas specifically designated for camping or by authorization of the park or program manager. (3-18-22)
14. ADA Designated Campsites. Although the department offers campsites that are designated and built to meet ADA accessibility requirements, these campsites are not managed exclusively for ADA use. (3-18-22)
15. ADA Accessible Facilities. Although the department offers facilities that provide for ADA accessibility, these facilities are not managed exclusively for ADA use. (3-18-22)