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Enjoy a relaxing, pampered, elevated view of Payette Lake with McCall Lake Cruises. You’ll be safe and comfortable aboard The IDAHO, a 62-foot vessel and the area's only chartered cruise. This experience turns a regular afternoon into a trip highlight, and it's earned a spot as one of the Top 3 things to do in McCall.
The boat’s design puts your safety and comfort first, with a main cabin and a rooftop deck offering panoramic views of the water and shoreline. The IDAHO comfortably seats 40 guests, so it works for a family outing or a private charter to celebrate a milestone. Add the full-service bar, and not only will your cruise be safe, but you’ll be cruising in style!
Speaking of natural wonders, you’re not far from the Ponderosa State Park, home to picnic areas and expansive trails. Such convenience makes it easy to combine a hike with a lake cruise. Celebrate your day of outdoor adventure with a bite at any of the nearby restaurants, like The Narrows Steakhouse.
Your options are wide open regarding a cruise and your Idaho itinerary.
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The 90-minute public cruise is a family-friendly, mid-day adventure that's great for first-timers. Out on the open water, the lake stretches wide in every direction, with Idaho's mountains framing the view. Guests can settle into the enclosed main cabin or head up to the rooftop deck for fresh air and open skies. Enjoy a beer, a glass of wine, a cocktail, or a non-alcoholic beverage.
The two-hour sunset cruise is a slower, adult-centric voyage designed to let you unwind. From the rooftop deck, you’ll take in unobstructed views of the light across Payette Lake as it shifts from gold to deep amber. Select departures feature live music from local artists like Douglas Cameron and Brandon Lyons, and some nights also offer a live piano option.
If you have an upcoming wedding, milestone, or corporate retreat, consider a private charter. The team at McCall Lake Cruises will connect you with preferred caterers, vendors, and musicians to help coordinate every detail.
Beyond charters, select public cruises also feature live music onboard. Gabriel Hess plays the Sunday cruise, and themed events like "Red, White, and Bluegrass" and "Live on the Lake" pop up throughout the season. Trivia Night is another fan favorite for guests who want something a little more interactive out on the water.
With the friendly crew, full-service bar, live music from local artists, and wide-open lake views, a cruise on The IDAHO delivers something for everyone in the group.
Whether it's a laid-back 90-minute ride with the family or a sunset cruise with live piano drifting across the water, the experience is worth building your McCall plans around.
Local Tips
- Parking is one block from the office and dock.
- Book online ahead of time, since cruises fill up fast.
- Cancel at least 24 hours before departure if you need a full refund.
- No outside food or drink, pets, smoking, or vaping are allowed on board.
