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Payette Lake

McCall, ID
208 634 0700
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Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in McCall
Type: Bodies of Water
Description: A 5,330-acre lake near the resort town of McCall.
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Boise
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

While we stayed on the shore, sitting and playing in the sand was all we needed. Watching the boats go by and letting the wake splash on our feet. My little ones were having a blast, and I just enjoyed the serenity of the lake. One of my favorite places to see.

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Conyers, Georgia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Super clean lake. Rent a ski boat at the marina for the day have a ball. Stay at Shore Lodge. Lake a little cool but in July is great.

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Las Cruces, New Mexico
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13 reviews 13 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

This was a nice stop. The lake was mostly frozen in Jan. But there was parts open with geese and ducks. An even nicer surprise was the "Public" restrooms, SPOTLESS!

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Denver
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24 reviews 24 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2012

What a wonderful view, location, setting, vibe. Everything about it was just relaxing and fun. Lots to do... boating, hiking, sitting and enjoying! Great State Park's and commerce in McCall.

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Northern Nevada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

We drove around the lake, stopped at a couple of different parks, walked on the beach, enjoyed the wildlife and relaxed. Plan on spending the lion's portion of you day. Take a picnic lunch. Well worth your while.

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Shreveport, Louisiana
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29 attraction reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2012

This lake is beyond clean and just fantastic for viewing and hiking around. We love the history of the place and the fact that so much changes there with the seasons. Just a great place so explore and enjoy.

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See 4 more reviews by John W for McCall
Idaho, United States
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2012

I have lived all over the west. From Colorado down to Arizona and all the way up to the Canadian Border. I have been to National Parks and hiked to lakes seldom seen, and though I have been awed and delighted, I was amazed when I came to McCall and found, right in the center of it all, one of... More

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Boise
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Take a book and walk to Legacy Park for a spectacular sunset by the harbor. Such clean, clear water. We loved the mexican restaurant that overlooked the lake. Stunning!

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Idaho
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16 attraction reviews
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72 helpful votes 72 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

Pristine and surrounded by mountains, take the Payette Cruise boat for a trip around one part of the lake.

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Meridian, Idaho
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24 reviews 24 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

We used to drive up to McCall for a single day trip and would spend our whole day at the lake swimming. There are nice swimming areas closer to home, but there is just something we like about the drive, the lake, and the atmosphere around town. This year, we stayed for a few days – what a blessing! The... More

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