Rose Lake Access Site to Close Temporarily for Improvements

The Rose Lake Access Area managed by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game will be closed to public access this fall and winter. The closure is needed for public safety during an access site improvement construction project. Construction and closure of the site will begin the week of December 16. The project involves converting the Rose Lake boat launch from a primitive site to a modern facility. Numerous significant improvements will be completed that will make the site much more useful to anglers and boaters. Parking will be expanded and moved closer to the water. Plans include 20 or more parking spaces that are more convenient than those currently available. A new road to the boat ramp will be built to provide access to an enhanced loading area. ADA accessible parking will be created near the docks and ramps. A new double lane launch surface is planned, as is a new boarding dock system. A boat pre-launch prep area will be constructed. Surfaces will be covered with asphalt. Fish and Game regrets any inconvenience that may result from the temporary closure. However, once the work is completed the Rose Lake fishing and boating access site will provide multiple outdoor recreational opportunities for local families and the general public for years to come. For project and site information please contact JJ Teare at the Idaho Fish and Game Panhandle Region office at 208-769-1414.