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Access Site ID

Murtaugh Lake

Murtaugh Lake

Source: idaho_department_of_fish_and_game Updated 1 year ago

City: Murtaugh, ID
County: Twin Falls County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 42.46190498, -114.16772171
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About This Access Site
Murtaugh Lake offers a public boat launch in Twin Falls County, Idaho, providing convenient access to this 819-acre lake. The facility includes a boat ramp, dock, and restroom facilities, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The lake is popular for fishing, with opportunities to catch smallmouth bass, common carp, and yellow bullhead. The site also features parking, picnic areas, and ADA-accessible amenities for visitors of all abilities.

**Note:** Be aware that Twin Falls County has issued closures affecting access at Murtaugh Lake, including periodic closures of the boat ramp and docks. Check current conditions with Idaho Fish and Game before planning your visit to confirm the facility is open.

For paddlers interested in whitewater, the nearby Murtaugh Boating Access provides put-in access to the Snake River's Murtaugh reach, which offers Class V whitewater opportunities when flows are sufficient. The area is also close to the Sawtooth National Forest for additional recreation options.
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Murtaugh Boating Access Located within
Sawtooth National Forest Located within
Milner Historic Recreation Area Located within