Dog Creek Reservoir

Dog Creek Reservoir is a 52-acre high desert lake located in Gooding County, Idaho, offering convenient public access via a hard-surface boat ramp. The reservoir is open to motorized and non-motorized watercraft, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. The launch area includes helpful amenities such as a dock, fishing jetty, picnic areas, and accessible facilities, along with nearby trails for those interested in exploring the surrounding landscape.

This site is ideal for a day outing and provides good shoreline access for fishing and paddling. The reservoir sits in Idaho's high desert terrain, surrounded by the scenic Shoshone Wilderness Study Area and near the unique rock formations of Gooding City of Rocks, offering opportunities to combine water recreation with exploration of the broader landscape. Restrooms are available on-site to support visitor comfort. For specific information about water conditions, parking availability, or seasonal access updates, contact the local fisheries management biologist or Idaho Department of Fish and Game.