PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Caldwell, Idaho
August 10th, 2026
CELEBRATION PARK BOAT RAMP AREA WILL BE CLOSED AUGUST 31, 2026 – NOVEMBER 2026
Melba, ID – Starting Monday, August 31st, 2026 the Celebration Park boat ramp will be closed to all access as part of a state-funded grant project to construct an armored rock barb and shoreline vegetation to protect the new boat ramp and dock improvements. Construction is expected to last until November 2026.
Boater Access: During the boat access closure at Celebration Park, we advise the public to use alternate access locations in the area including Swan Falls, Walters Ferry, Map Rock and Marsing (see map and GPS coordinates below):
Alternative Boat Access Locations: Coordinates
- Swan Falls River Access: 24599328258619, -116.3780289580175
- Walters Ferry Boat Ramp: 34147451078338, -116.6033094203061
- Map Rock Access: 405574052091836, -116.68230710272157
- Marsing, Idaho Boat Ramp: 54880894158129, -116.80143822214995
General Park Visitors: During this time, some sections of the parking lot as well as the boat launch will be closed to the public at various stages of construction. The public may access alternate Day Use parking areas throughout the park. We ask the public for their patience and cooperation while construction is underway. Visitors should be prepared to move their vehicles if requested to do so by park staff. Staff will make every effort to keep trails, camping as well as the visitor center open.
“For over 3 decades, this boat ramp has functioned as a boater access for the Snake River downstream of Swam Falls Dam, including river access within the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Conservation Area. This boater access spot has been used by local fishing guides, jet boat groups, law enforcement, and the public for decades” said Parks Director Nicki Schwend. “This final phase of the project will help us better meet the needs of all boat user groups. We’re excited to complete the final phase of this project and for all the continued improvements happening at Celebration Park.”
###
For questions about this project or for construction updates, please contact Canyon County Parks at 208-454-6884, or call the Celebration Park visitor center at 208-455-6022.