Boise National Forest

Get a lesson in wildlife immersion at Black Rock Campground. You won’t find much privacy from other campers, but you’ll also be stationed in the midst of a hotspot for flora and fauna; a great trade-off if you enjoy people watching and bird watching in equal measure. This patch of the Boise National Forest, right along the banks of the North Fork Read more...

Whether you’re a Boise Native, or just visiting, Bad Bear Campground is perfect for a get away. In less than an hour, you’ll find yourself out of the pretty city and into a natural paradise. Wildflowers, wildlife, and wild-times are abundant here! With limited sites, this campground is awesome for mellow moods and a true escape from the hussle and Read more...

A picnic table, fire pit, and grill is all you need at Grandjean Campground in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area in west-central Idaho. Make this lush alpine-aquatic fortress your basecamp for an epic high alpine adventure. A network of small lakes dot the landscape which makes for excellent fishing and ten horse camping sites welcome all you Read more...

Idaho is more than just potatoes and if you don’t believe us, go camping at Helende Campground. Come in the summer to fully appreciate the campsite: strewn with wildflowers and shaded in the pine forest. After you’ve set up, hike the many trails available, and fish or swim in the nearby rivers. If you’re more adventurous, grab a guided white water Read more...

One visit to Bonneville Campground and you’ll have spring fever. Not only does Warm Springs Creek run right alongside camp, you’ll have the opportunity to decompress at Bonneville Hot Springs. Most campsites come with plentiful amounts of shade thanks to towering Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir trees, with summer wildflowers dotting the landscape. Read more...

Situated in a mixed-growth Douglas fir and lodgepole pine forest adjacent to not one, but two lakes, Bull Trout Lake Campground & Group Sites is candy for the eyes. Paddle out to the middle of Bull Trout Lake to experience 360 degree views of the lakeshore, and to catch a rainbow trout or two. Plan an equestrian retreat and ride into the sunse Read more...

Small but mighty and gorgeous, Swinging Bridge Campground is the place to be with Mother Nature. The North Fork Payette River snakes beside the grounds, making kayaking and swimming accessible and sweet. The campground is shaded with Ponderosa and lodgepole pines, making summer days cool and cool nights beautiful to watch the stars peek through th Read more...

Perched on the shores of the picturesque Sage Hen Reservoir, Antelope Campground and its annex group sites are a great place for bona fide R & R. The reservoir offers out of this world boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing. There’s a boat ramp and dock located within the campground. And if you’re more into layin’ low, you can pack a pic Read more...

For a beautiful retreat at nearly 8,000 feet in high alpine country, consider Big Trinity Lake Campground. You’ll have access to four subalpine lakes, the four mile Rainbow Basin Trail System, and just be a short drive from the summit of Trinity Mountain, which at 9,700 feet, checks in as the highest drivable point in the entire state. We think yo Read more...

Explore both lakes and rivers at Little Roaring River Lake Campground. There are no motorboats allowed on the lake, but feel welcome to fish for rainbow and cutthroat trout from the shore or by canoes and other small watercraft. Trail opportunities are numerous and open to however you’d like to get around in them, including the Little Roaring Rive Read more...

Looking for beautiful views? How about alpine meadows? Hikes through wildflowers? Yep, that doesn’t sound too shabby at all. Find all of this and more at Trinity Lakes Guard Station. This cozy cabin is perfect for family or some friends, and offers great access to lots of outdoorsy activities, not to mention it’s located in a super picturesque loc Read more...

Cottonwood Campground is a tiny campground, but as we all know, good things often come in small packages. Located near the Middle Fork Boise River and Arrowrock Reservoir, this is a primo fishing destination with excellent rainbow and cutthroat fishing. Trails are plentiful, leading to the Bald Mountain Lookout and are often frequented by wildlife Read more...

All the spas booked up? Never fear: come stay at Pine Flats Campground and you’ll leave with the same rejuvenated feeling! Once you settle in, relax by the river. Either get your sweat on kayaking and rafting, or go zen fishing or floating. Make sure you hike the trails: the hot springs that the trails lead to, are perfect for soaking and detoxing Read more...

Edna Creek is a summer playground; just a short drive from Boise, this wooded campground offers no shortage of hiking, fishing, and wildlife. With mountains on the horizon, and Crooked River running nearby, you’ll find plenty of scenic variety at Edna Creek. But venture over in the winter and you’ll find that the sprawling acres of Ponderosa pines Read more...

If you’ve got your fishing tackle ready, head to The South Fork Salmon River for some of the best fishing in Idaho. The river offers abundant opportunities for catching salmon, steelhead, whitefish, bull trout and cutthroat trout. Beyond the catch, camping at the river campground offers a bit more solitude than the neighboring Warm Lake campground Read more...

Named for a bubbling brook on the grounds, Boise National Forest’s French Creek Campground is perfect for private camping beneath towering conifers. The grounds are divided into two sections—east of West Mountain Road, you’ll find gorgeous views of Cascade Lake, while west of the road your site will be on a hillside above the lake, with only a han Read more...

Need a mental health day. . . or week? Ease your mind and soothe muscles at Boiling Springs Rental Cabin. Accessible by car in the warmer months and by snowmobile in the winter, this little abode is nestled in a narrow mountain valley between the hot springs, a stream, and the Middle Fork Payette River. The cabin sits in a sunny, open meadow, surr Read more...

This place is panoramic defined! The views from the Deadwood Lookout Rental Cabin are totally off the hook. The historic, former Forest Service fire lookout is perched atop Deadwood Mountain at a whopping 8,200 feet. You can drive to the cabin, but high clearance vehicles are recommended for the narrow, steep and winding dirt access road. The cabi Read more...

Located at the fork of the Boise and Crooked Rivers amid a wealth of spectacular mountain and forest scenery, Barber Flat Cabin is a rustic destination providing access to rainbow trout fishing, swimming, and a variety of trail-based fun for up to six people at a time. The area is reachable by car but still offers a true wilderness experience, wit Read more...

There’s no wrong time of year to enjoy the beautiful forest views from Beaver Creek Cabin with five of your friends. In the summertime, you can drive in. Blocked by a snowfall? No problem—break out the snowshoes! No electricity, no worries: Warm right up by the wood stove. There’s nearby fishing, and trails for skiing, biking, hiking, and ORVs pro Read more...

Set on the North Fork of the Boise River amid a landscape of rugged rock and pine trees, Deer Park Cabin is more than just a chance to get away in a rustic location with any five people you like, it’s an ideal point from which to stage a real mountain adventure! You’ll have direct access to the North Fork Boise River Trail, which offers dramatic c Read more...

A popular abode for motorcyclists, equestrians and flight enthusiasts, Graham Guard Station is a former forest guard station located on the north fork of the Boise River. Something super duper unique about this place is that there’s an airstrip right across from it, meaning you can fly in for your stay. Though the cabin will provide welcome shelte Read more...

The cabins at Elk Creek Guard Station are located in a magnificent mountain meadow. This remote area is interspersed with Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees and has become somewhat of a haven for winter sports fanantics. There are over 30 miles of groomed trails near the cabins, but since deep snow can blanket the area in winter months, visitors Read more...

Recently restored to all its glory, Warm Springs Guard Station is a charming cabin getaway. The site rests at 4,700 feet amid steep mountain peaks and a narrow valley marked by towering Ponderosa pines. There are several hiking trails nearby, including one that leads to Bonneville Hot Springs, which is accessible by snowshoe or skis in the winter. Read more...

Grayback Campground and Group Sites are the perfect getaway for the weekend—located a decently short drive away from Idaho, you’ve got the wilderness right at your fingertips. Wander through the nearby hiking trails dotted with wildflowers, or fish for trout nearby. This is one prime spot in Boise National Forest!Read more...

Travelling with lots of family and friends? Try your luck at Hayfork Group Only Campground. With one big group campsite, you can get everyone together for one sweet outdoorsy adventure. Try your hand at fishing in the nearby creek, wander through the nearby trails, or simply relax and soak up those sweet camping vibes. You deserve it. Read more...

Don’t go looking for hard times at Hardscrabble Campground. It puts you right on the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River and underneath a goldilocks amount of Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees. A few of the sites even offer river views and more dense UVA coverage. The beautiful environment has deer, elk and red-tailed hawks making this area Read more...

In true hippie nature, Peace Valley Campground is built on the vibe of “sharing is caring, man. ” The grounds are small, with just five sites that equate one big campground, holding up to fifty peace lovers. You’ll want to be a serious tree-hugger with serene hiking, biking, and horseback trails that wind through high forests and mountains. Book y Read more...

We’re going to warn you, without shakin’ our rattle, that your next getaway will be epic! Rattlesnake Campground snakes nine single sites and one double to make one very large, hundred woman and man campground. The land is snuggled beside the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River and is home to gorgeous trails for your shoes, horseshoes, or wheel Read more...

Settle down for a week beside Silver Lake Creek and restore your soul beneath towering pine trees. Located in the heart of Peace Valley, there is only room for relaxation. Lace up your hiking shoes or strap on your horse’ shoes and hit the trails at the Silver Creek Summit Trail and Bull Creek Trail, both super close to camp. The campgrounds were Read more...

Tie up your shoes, roll up your tent, and pack your tackle for a weekend at Tie Creek Campground. One of five grounds along the Middle Fork of the Payette River, this small spot is the perfect retreat. Stand in the rushing river or take your ATV out for a rip through the forest—whatever floats your kayak, there is something for everyone here. Read more...

The Middle Fork River is the star of the Mother Nature Show, where Trail Creek Campground settles beside the rushing river. Campers can fish in the massive flowing water or hike through the thriving foliage on any one of the epic trailheads nearby. There are about ten sites, but no water hook ups, so bring plenty. And make sure you like the pals y Read more...

Remote, quiet, and unpopulated, Cozy Cove Campground sits on a bluff overlooking the Deadwood Reservoir, meaning killer views and epic sunsets. An on-site boat ramp makes for easy access to the lake, and because of its primitive and remote location it’s known for great Chinook fishing. Take a stroll, a ride, or a trot down one of the many hiking, Read more...

Lace up those hiking boots and latch up that boat because at Howers Campground you’re getting the best of both worlds: land and sea. Get your RV running and race on down. The remote location plus beautiful lake equals many happy campers. Fish in the reservoir, and boat, kayak, or swim in the lake! Hit the nearby trails on foot, or mountain bike. P Read more...

You don’t need any makeup, Idaho, you’ve got that natural beauty! Take Mountain View Campground as evidence A, B, and C. Hang by the hot springs, or play in the South Fork Payette River. There's kayaking, rafting, fishing, swimming, whatever you’d like! Relax in the shade of the beautiful pine trees as you fuel up for your hike. Take the paths aro Read more...

Families of all sizes—seriously even the “19 Kids and Counting” Duggar Family would be comfortable at the Park Creek Campground and Group Sites! With two group sites fitting 100 people EACH, and individual sites for smaller groups, it seems like you’re out of excuses for visiting. With numerous nature-filled activities: from playing in the river ( Read more...

For a more “in touch with nature” feeling, make sure you stay at Riverside Campground. Remote locations lead to prettier nature and a more raw feeling of the outdoors. Enjoy and soak in the quiet! You’ll never realize how much you take it for granted until you return home. Fish in the river for food or pleasure, or both! Hike the trails on foot, b Read more...

Camp along the northeast shore of Deadwood Reservoir at the coveted Barney’s Campground, and you’ll find that these woods aren’t dead after all! Mixed growth pine provides plenty of shade along the shore; no matter where you camp you’re bound to have an enviable view of the serene Deadwood Reservoir, full of salmon and trout, and calm enough for w Read more...

Dutch Creek Cabin is prime real estate, so grab your three besties and book the #1 cutest house in the Boise National Forest. You’ll be alone in the ponderosa pines except for the eagles, osprey, and occasional bear. Spend the day splashing around in the Middle Fork Boise River’s swimming holes, and journey over to the hot springs three miles west Read more...

Situated in a scenic canyon just above the highway, Big Eddy Campground is right next the North Fork Payette River. If you’re an angler, you’ll love casting for whitefish and rainbows in the ferocious current. If you’ve got a thing for whitewater, be sure to bring your kayak. This is one of the most popular spots for whitewater enthusiasts. The ca Read more...

Are you longing to dip your toes in some hot springs? So are we! Boiling Springs Campground is nestled in a steep valley in between a hot spring, a lovely stream, and the Middle Fork Payette River. You can spend your days soaking up warm and cold water, drinking in the mountain air, and scouting the surrounding hills for elk, deer, bald eagles, an Read more...

Because it’s located right off the highway, we’ll be the first to admit that this isn’t the quietest campground out there, but it’s just a stone’s throw from the North Fork Payette River for an abundance of whitewater adventures. Canyon Creek is a fantastic base camp for exploring the river, and there are scenic vistas along the canyon that are pe Read more...

Let’s get this out of the way. You CAN fish for trout at Troutdale Campground. More importantly though, this camp puts you in a tight spot to experience all kinds of beauty and recreation. Take a hike up to Bald Mountain. Look to the trees and you just might see an eagle. There are even some great summer swimming holes in the Middle Fork Boise Riv Read more...

Atlanta Cabin sleeps up to four, and is bound to appeal to any given four people! Located in an old mining town and on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s a shoo-in for history lovers. With Greylock Mountain and the Sawtooth Wilderness visible right out the front door, it’s bound to appeal to nature buffs, too. Nearby ORV trails, trout Read more...

Bring your camping game to the next level! At Shafer Butte you’re gonna feel high on life. Situated atop the Boise Ridge Mountains, at an impressive 7,000 feet in elevation, this campground furnishes sweeping alpine vistas from its single, double and group sites. There’s tons of nearby trails where you can hike, bike, and horseback ride. The two-m Read more...

Don’t let Napoleon Dynamite fool you, all of Idaho isn’t as barren as Preston. Badger Creek Campground is a shining example of the state’s natural beauty with a healthy forest and scenic reservoir just west of the campsites. Visitors can put all their sweet skills to use catching rainbow and cutthroat trout, eavesdropping on deer, elk, eagles, or Read more...

Willow Creek Campground is located on the Middle Fork of the Boise River and the north end of the Arrowrock Reservoir, making it an excellent place to get some trout fishing done. And your stay just wouldn’t be complete with the trek up to Bald Mountain Peak. If conditions look in any way dicey, check with the Idaho City Ranger District for road s Read more...

For the glitz and glamor (Idaho camping style), try Hollywood Campground. There are only a handful of sites available, making it exclusive enough for even the most discriminating tastes. Plus, there’s an incredible amount of recreational opportunities accessible from the area’s miles of trails. Peep this movie trailer of the campground for a bette Read more...

Eastside, Westside. . . who cares! At this campground everyone’s amigos! Eastside Campground is the dopest spot for you and your BFFs to get away. Hugging the shores of the scenic Sage Hen Reservoir, there’s tons of aquatic activities to keep you cool and content on a hot summer’s day. And when it cools down in the evening, go for a jaunt on the S Read more...