MARINA ACTIVITIES
Lake Cascade | Opening Soon For Summer 2026
Welcome to The Marina at Tamarack Resort, your premier destination for summer activities on the shores of Lake Cascade. Discover endless ways to enjoy the water and the mountain lifestyle, all in one place.
From family-friendly adventures like Tamarack Summer Camp and Basecamp childcare to convenient fueling on the water, lakeside dining, shopping, and relaxing beach days, the Marina offers something for every guest. Whether you’re planning an action-packed day or a laid-back lakeside escape, you’ll find everything you need for the perfect summer experience.
Explore all the Marina activities, amenities, and waterfront experiences below and start planning your unforgettable Lake Cascade summer getaway at Tamarack Resort today. Call 208.325.1011 with any questions!
The Marina is located at Lake Cascade State Park’s Poison Creek Recreation unit and is permitted by the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation under an agreement with the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. To enjoy Tamarack Marina and Idaho State Parks guests have to pay $7 or Idaho residents can add the Idaho State Parks Passport to their registration for just $10 a year. Learn more here.
Tamarack Summer Camp is a midweek camp designed to inspire campers and teach them about the breathtaking natural environment and ecosystems around us. Each week of camp focuses on a different aspect of outdoor based education ranging from astrology to history with correlating activities and adventures.
Tamarack Summer Camp runs Monday – Friday starting on June 8 and ending on August 14. The camp runs from 9AM – 4PM with planned daily activities and Mountain Biking or Wakesurfing Lessons available as optional add-ons
WEEKLY FOCUSES + REGISTRATION
Each week at Tamarack Summer Camp we will be focusing on a different aspect of outdoor-based education, with matching activities and adventures. Each week is designed to get your kids outside learning about their surrounding environment, exploring new activities, creating a new community, and making memories to last a lifetime!
AGE GROUPS
Explorers (Ages 4–5)
Explorers discover the outdoors through playful, hands-on adventure. Camp days focus on sensory nature play, short walks and hikes, water exploration, creative crafts, movement games, and imaginative outdoor play. Activities are designed to build confidence, curiosity, and comfort in the natural world through guided, age-appropriate fun.
Pathfinders (Ages 6–8)
Pathfinders begin building real outdoor skills through active exploration and teamwork. Campers participate in nature games, trail activities, water play, simple science experiments, creative projects, and beginner adventure challenges. This group balances learning and play while encouraging independence, collaboration, and confidence outdoors.
Summiteers (Ages 9–12)
Summiteers take adventure to the next level with deeper outdoor exploration and skill-building. Campers engage in hiking, biking, water activities, nature science, problem-solving challenges, and team-based adventures. This group focuses on leadership, resilience, and connection to the environment while exploring Tamarack’s mountains, forests, and waterways.
BASECAMP CHILDCARE + CAMPS
Basecamp is Tamarack Resort’s dedicated childcare and activity center designed to engage children in outdoor education, recreation, and social development.
Ages Served: 6 weeks to 12 years
Availability: Seasonal, with seasonal camps and activities
Basecamp’s philosophy centers on intentional learning through outdoor exploration and teamwork. Children are encouraged to build resilience and confidence through structured challenges, to develop meaningful relationships with peers and staff, and to engage in age-appropriate activities that foster independence and self-esteem
The program is designed to support Tamarack Resort’s guests, with a focus on creating a vibrant, family-friendly mountain lifestyle.
Pricing & Reservations: Call 208-325-1153
Stay tuned for more information about dining options at The Marina this summer!
