Visiting Niagara Springs WMA

Visiting Hours - Niagara Springs Wildlife Management Area is open year-round and has no established visiting hours. School and other groups are encouraged to visit Niagara Springs WMA in the winter when waterfowl numbers are high. Those interested in a WMA guided tour should call well in advance of the proposed trip date. IDFG personnel will make every effort to accommodate group trips.

Access for the Disabled - For persons with disabilities, access within Niagara Springs WMA varies by area. Visitors with special needs are encouraged to contact WMA management personnel to determine which areas are most suitable for physically-challenged visitors. In all cases, visitors are encouraged to assess their own abilities before entering Niagara Springs WMA.

Vehicles/Parking - Use of motorized vehicles, including ATVs, is permitted only on roadways shown on this brochure map. These restrictions protect area vegetation and minimize wildlife disturbance. Please park only in designated areas.

Nesting Area Restrictions - A portion of Niagara Springs WMA is closed seasonally to vehicle traffic to provide undisturbed nesting and rearing areas for waterfowl and upland game birds. Watch for these areas and make your conservation contribution by respecting area closures.

Hunting/Fishing - Both hunting and fishing are allowed on Niagara Springs WMA, but specific regulations and access to some WMA locations may change from year to year. Consult current regulations for more details.

Camping/Campfires - Overnight camping is prohibited on Niagara Springs WMA lands.

Fires/Firewood Cutting - Fires and firewood cutting are prohibited on Niagara Springs WMA lands. The removal of materials from their natural settings is prohibited.

Wildlife Observation/Photography - Niagara Springs WMA is best known for its concentrations of wintering waterfowl. Visitors are welcome to hike throughout the WMA for wildlife viewing and photography purposes. To enhance your outing, a bird species checklist is available at the IDFG regional office in Jerome.

Pets - Pets must be leashed or under close control at all times on Niagara Springs WMA, with the exception of bird dogs during hunting seasons. The release or abandonment of domestic animals on Niagara Springs WMA is prohibited.

For more information regarding your visit to Niagara Springs Wildlife Management Area, contact:

Regional Wildlife Habitat Biologist
Niagara Springs Wildlife Management Area
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
868 East Main Street
Jerome, ID 83338-0428
(208) 324-4359