Facility ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
Pocatello Field Office (Bureau of Land Management ID) · Open Access
The Portneuf Gap River Access is a BLM managed river access with a boat ramp and parking area for non-motorized boat use (i.e. kayaks, canoes, and float tubes) along the Portneuf River Water Trail, which extends to Pocatello. This section of river is approximately 8 miles long with multiple other access points along the way managed by the City of Pocatello. The first 4.8 miles being intended for Intermediate skill level with numerous small rapids as well as low overhanging tree branches. The remaining 3.2 miles is classified as a Beginner skill level. There are no fees associated with this site. For more information about floating the Portneuf River please visit: https://river.pocatello.gov/float-the-river/
To reach the Portneuf Gap boat ramp, get off Interstate 15 south of Pocatello, Idaho, at Portneuf Area Exit 63. Turn right onto W. Old Highway 91 for a short distance and then turn onto N. Fort Hall Mine Rd. At the next intersection (3-way stop) having the right of way, turn left onto W. Portneuf Road and fallow for approximately 1 mile to the Portneuf Gap River Access on the left hand side of the road.
42.79370, -112.34570 · 42°47'37.3"N 112°20'44.5"W
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| Precip in | 3.9 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.9 | 4.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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