NEWS RELEASES
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through the Idaho State Parks & Recreation's website.
Idaho State Parks remain open for day use and most camping – but hands-on activities and large group events are discontinued, and premium cabins and picnic shelters closed. Most units will remain open; reservation holders wishing to cancel stays with arrival dates before May 1st because of COVID-19 concerns will receive full refunds. These announcements are in effect through April unless updated in further response to the health emergency. More detailed announcements can be found here.
The steps have been taken to give the public recreational options while also protecting community health in accordance with the guidance of Idaho and federal health agencies. “Outdoor activity is healthy at this stressful time, and we encourage people to enjoy a hike, a ride or some snow sports,” said David Langhorst, Parks and Recreation director. “These precautions give the public recreational opportunities while still minimizing the risk of infection.”