Please refer to the FAQs below for any questions you may have. If you still have a question not listed here, you can contact Customer Support listed on the page.
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Requirements
Yes. Recreation Permits are required for all recreational users including PotlatchDeltic employees, retirees and shareholders.
Yes. Access cards are issued to contractors and their employees, allowing access to and from their job sites on PotlatchDeltic property. If a contractor or their employees intend to use the land for recreational pursuits, they need to purchase a recreation permit.
Small ORV permits are valid from January 1st through December 31st each year. Camping permits are valid from April 10th through December 10th.
Common Questions
Possibly. Prices are reviewed annually and any changes are reflected on this site as soon as they are effective.
No. Our Customer Service Officers do not sell permits in the field. All Recreation Permits must be purchased online through our website prior to or at the time of use.
No. There are some areas that have seasonal closures or access restrictions for industrial or operational reasons. Road gates and barriers are marked to display acceptable traffic beyond the gate. High fire danger may also create restrictions for public safety reasons. You will find further information regarding these restrictions in the Recreation Permit and General Policies and Regulations
Yes. There are about 53,000 acres of company land near St. Maries and the St. Joe River that are protected under a permanent Conservation Easement. Recreation permits will not be required to use these lands. The public is required to follow the PotlatchDeltic General Policies & Regulations and to respect our property. Willful or repeat violators of our guidelines will not be able to use our lands, including land within the Conservation Easement boundary.
If the adjoining PotlatchDeltic property is an open recreation area, a general permit for foot travel is not required. However, if you are accessing the property via an ATV less than 50 inches in width, you must obtain a Small Off-Road Vehicle Permit. Please note that vehicles over 50 inches in width (such as UTVs or side-by-sides) are restricted to open full-sized vehicle roads and does not require a Permit. Always consult our recreational maps to verify the specific access rules for the land bordering your property.
If you are found on PotlatchDeltic property without the appropriate permit, you will be informed about our Recreation Permit program and asked about your intent.
If you intend to continue your activities, you must purchase the required permits through this website immediately. If you were unaware you were on PotlatchDeltic land and do not plan to continue using the property, you will simply be asked to voluntarily leave. Please refer to our Recreational Maps to help identify property boundaries in the future
To report a violation or incident, you may reach the Axxess Recreation Reporting Line at 208-446-3000. Providing specific details helps us maintain the safety and integrity of our recreation areas. Also feel free to contact the Customer Support Line at 980-288-5198.
Axxess Recreation LLC is the professional service contractor responsible for patrols and compliance monitoring within our public access program. Their Customer Service Officers are local residents assigned to specific areas to ensure safety and policy adherence. PotlatchDeltic appreciates visitor assistance and encourages you to report any unauthorized or abusive activities, such as mud-bogging, operating vehicles behind closed gates, timber theft, trash dumping, or vandalism. To report these incidents, please contact the Axxess Recreation Dispatch at 208-446-3000.
Yes. Campsite leases will be offered in selected areas. . Each campsite lease follows a three-year cycle. Once a bid is won, the leaseholder has the option to renew for two additional years. After this third year, the campsite is automatically placed back up for bid on our website. This rule applies whether the site was won through a bid or leased directly.
Yes. Please send an email to:
[email protected] with the details of your comments and or concerns.
Yes, camping is permitted in most areas, provided you follow the Recreation Permit and General Policies Regulations. Please note that dispersed camping is strictly prohibited within designated campsite lease zones. Additionally, certain areas may be temporarily closed for public access due to active land management or timber operations. Before heading out, we recommend checking our Recreational Maps for current site availability and closure updates.
No. Recreational Permit purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable. No Exception.
Yes. Off road vehicles (ORV) are defined as motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, E-bikes, and snowmobiles. All ORV's 50" wide and under require a Small Off Road Vehicle Permit.
To participate in the PotlatchDeltic Idaho campsite bidding process, you must first create a PotlatchDeltic account. When a bidding session begins, a notification will be sent to our mailing list. Winning contestants will be notified via email, and the lease will be added to their account for payment. Please note that all payments must be completed within 14 days of the bid end date.
Each lease follows a three-year cycle; after the initial win, you may renew for two additional years before the site is automatically returned to the PotlatchDeltic website for public bidding. To ensure a fair process, always refresh your browser to verify your status and avoid submitting new bids if you are already the "Highest Bidder." Detailed terms are available on each property listing during the bidding window.
No, we do not currently offer military or veteran discounts. All permit fees are standardized across our recreation program to ensure consistency for all users. You can view the current pricing and purchase permits directly on our website.
No, a permit is not required for pick-up trucks or other full-sized highway vehicles. Currently, we only offer one type of permit, which is for Small Off-Road Vehicles. This Small Off-Road Vehicle Permit is specifically required for vehicles such as ATVs and snowmobiles that are less than 50 inches in width. Full-sized vehicles may access open roads as outlined in our General Policies without an additional permit.
Getting Started
You need to supply basic identification information (names, address, phone, email, etc.) as well as vehicle license numbers for each vehicle you are registering.
You can use a credit card and make your purchase through this website. Recreation Permits are not sold at PotlatchDeltic offices or from our Customer Service Officers.
No. Once you pay for the permits and print the placards/wallet cards, you can recreate on PotlatchDeltic property.
Yes. You will be able to access your account information and related permit documents in your online account.
An online map showing PotlatchDeltic property is available on this website. Please remember, it is your responsibility to know where you are and the property you are using.