Lucky Peak Lake, Reservoir in Idaho, USA
Lucky Peak Lake is a reservoir in the Boise area of Idaho created by a dam built in 1949. The water remains calm and is surrounded by open landscapes with trees, offering space for swimming, boating, and fishing throughout the year.
The lake was created by construction of a dam by the Army Corps of Engineers beginning in 1949, with generators added later that began producing electricity in 1988. The project was part of a series of dams designed to control water flow, prevent flooding, and supply irrigation for the region.
The name Lucky Peak comes from the nearby Lucky Peak Mountain. The lake serves as a gathering place where families fish, boat, and picnic, with these activities forming local traditions passed down through generations.
The lake is about 10 minutes by car from downtown Boise or about 30 minutes by bike along the Boise River Greenbelt. Multiple parking areas serve different sections such as Barclay Bay, Turner Gulch, and Spring Shores, with restrooms and picnic tables available at most sites.
On quiet mornings the lake surface becomes mirror-smooth, a sight visitors often photograph and share, creating a different experience from the busier daytime hours. Surprisingly, the lake remains accessible for fishing even in winter with at least one boat ramp staying open, allowing anglers to fish during colder months.
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