Gambling In Idaho
Introduction to Idaho Slot Machine Casino Gambling in 2021
Idaho slot machine casino gambling consists of six tribal casinos ranging from truck stops with slot machines to casino resorts.
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Biggest Casino / Gaming Facility in Idaho. Out of all casinos in Idaho you'll find Coeur D'Alene Casino Resort Hotel to be the biggest. It has 1600 gaming machines and 0 table games. You can reach South Point Casino by phone at (208) 686-0248 or by clicking this link: Coeur D'Alene Casino Resort Hotel to see its information page. 2nd Biggest Casino / Gaming Facility in Idaho. Gambling Age in Idaho. The gambling age in Idaho is 18+. Those 18 years of age and older can participate in the state and national lotteries, tribal casino games, charity bingo, as well as pari-mutuel. Casinos in Idaho are typically in somewhat remote areas, though there are three Idaho casinos within a 60-mile drive south of Idaho Falls. All Idaho casinos are open 24 hours. The minimum gambling age at all casinos is 18, except for Clearwater casino, which is the one exception; their minimum gambling.
Relevant Legal Statutes on Gambling in Idaho
The minimum legal gambling age in Idaho depends upon the gambling activity:
- Land-Based Casinos: 18
- Poker Rooms: Not available
- Bingo: 18
- Lottery: 18
- Pari-Mutuel Wagering: 18
The state originally adopted criminal and constitutional prohibitions against Class III gaming except for pari-mutuel betting and a state lottery. After challenge from the tribes, ultimately the state amended its constitution to allow these Vegas-style gaming machines.
The maximum bet in Idaho is $50.
Slot Machine Private Ownership in Idaho
In Idaho, it is legal to own a slot machine privately if manufactured before 1950.
Gaming Control Board in Idaho
Idaho does not have a state gaming commission.
Instead, it has state-tribal compacts with the four federally recognized American Indian tribes in Idaho. These negotiated compacts determine Idaho’s gaming regulations along with its enforcement.
Casinos in Idaho
There are six American Indian tribal casinos in Idaho.
The largest casino in Idaho is Coeur D’Alene Casino Resort Hotel in Worley with 1,600 gaming machines.
The second-largest casino is Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel near Pocatello and Blackfoot with 900 gaming machines.
Commercial Casinos in Idaho
There are no non-tribal, commercial casinos with slot machines in Idaho.
Tribal Casinos in Idaho
The six American Indian tribal casinos in Idaho are:
- Clearwater River Casino and Lodge in Lewiston located 260 miles north of Boise on the western border to Washington.
- Coeur D’Alene Casino Resort Hotel in Worley located 34 miles southeast of Spokane near the western border to Washington.
- Fort Hall Casino & Hotel in Fort Hall located 40 miles southwest of Idaho Falls.
- It’se-Ye-Ye Casino in Kamiah located 229 miles north of Boise.
- Kootenai Casino and Spa in Bonners Ferry located 105 miles northeast of Spokane, Washington near the northern border to the Canadian Province of British Columbia.
- Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel in coordination with:
- Bannock Peak Casino in Pocatello located 57 miles southwest of Idaho Falls.
- Sage Hill Travel Center and Casino in Blackfoot located 31 miles southwest of Idaho Falls.
Other Gambling Establishments
Casinos Near Boise Idaho
As an alternative to enjoying Idaho slot machine casino gambling, consider exploring casino options in a nearby state. Bordering Idaho is:
- North: British Columbia, Province of Canada
- East: Montana Slots and Wyoming Slots
- South: Nevada Slots and Utah Slots
- West: Oregon Slots and Washington Slots
Each of the links above will take you to my blog for that neighboring U.S. state to Idaho.
Our Idaho Slots Facebook Community
Are you interested in sharing and learning with other slots enthusiasts in Idaho? If so, join our Idaho slots community on Facebook. All you’ll need is a Facebook profile to freely join this closed Facebook Group community.
There, you can meet online and privately share your slots experiences with local slots enthusiasts about playing slot machines in Idaho. Join us!
Payouts and Returns in Idaho
Idaho’s tribal-state compacts do not require a minimum theoretical payout limit. Further, these gaming compacts don’t require reporting return statistics to the state.
Summary of Idaho Slot Machine Casino Gambling in 2021
Idaho slot machine casino gambling consists of six tribal casinos offering video slot machines, electronic pull-tabs, and competition-style bingo machines. Some casinos also offer electronic forms of poker, keno, roulette, and blackjack.
Annual Progress in Idaho Slot Machine Casino Gambling
In the last year, Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel has become the second largest casino in Idaho with 900 slot machines, exceeding Clearwater River Casino and Lodge (https://crcasino.com) with its 601 slot machines.
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How to use our casinos in Idaho map
You can easily see all casino locations by using our Idaho casinos map.
Idaho Casinos Map Key:
Casino Gambling In Idaho
Red Icon: Casino location
Green Number: Cluster of Casinos in close proximity to each other (clicking the green icon will zoom in the map)
Zoom features: In the upper left corner of the map is a (+/-) symbol
- + (Plus)- Zoom In
- – (Minus)- Zoom Out
Layer features: In the upper right corner of the map is a ( /// ) symbol. Click on it to show the following display options:
- Roadmap: The map will feature all roads and streets.
- Hybrid: The map will feature all roads and streets on an overhead satellite image.
- Satellite: The map will feature an overhead satellite image.
- Terrain: The map will feature all roads and streets on a topographic image.
To scroll the map of casinos in Idaho, move your mouse icon over the map. The icon will then appear as a hand. Click and hold the left mouse button and the hand will “grab” the map. While the button is depressed (the hand will be closed) drag the map in any direction you would like the map to move.
The red icons on the map represent a casino location. Click on any red icon on the map to see the name of the casino at that location. If you would like more information, click on the casino’s name in blue and it will forward you to a new page with detailed information on that casino including: address, phone number, website, toll-free phone number, room rates, casino size, games offered, dining information, any special features, and availability of discounts for seniors.
Casinos in Idaho
All Idaho casinos are affiliated with a Native American tribe. There are currently seven Indian casinos in Idaho and they only offer electronic pull-tab machines and other video games. There are no Idaho casinos that offer live table games, only electronic versions of games such as: craps, baccarat, blackjack, and roulette. These electronic machines only print out a receipt which then can only be cashed by a floor attendant, or taken to the cashier’s cage. Some Idaho casinos also offer off-track betting, bingo, and poker.
Sports Gambling In Idaho
There are no casinos in the capital city of Boise, nor in the major metropolitan city of Idaho Falls. Casinos in Idaho are typically in somewhat remote areas, though there are three Idaho casinos within a 60-mile drive south of Idaho Falls.
All Idaho casinos are open 24 hours. The minimum gambling age at all casinos is 18, except for Clearwater casino, which is the one exception; their minimum gambling age is 21.
Gambling Town In Idaho
Want to See an Alphabetical List of All Casinos in Idaho?
Check out our Idaho casinos page to see an alphabetical list of every casino in that state.