Does Camp Badger have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at Camp Badger.

How do you get to the site at Camp Badger?

2WD accessible. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Camp Badger?

Yes — Camp Badger is pet-friendly. On leash.

Are campfires allowed at Camp Badger?

Fire ban in effect until Jan 14, 2027. Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban.

What is the check-in process at Camp Badger?

You'll head straight to your site upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Camp Badger?

Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Camp Badger?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 2pm.

How far in advance can you book at Camp Badger?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Is drinking water available at Camp Badger?

No — no potable water at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have showers?

No — no showers at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have picnic tables?

No — no picnic tables at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have cooking equipment?

No — no cooking equipment at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have laundry?

No — no laundry at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have a playground?

No — no playground at Camp Badger.

Does Camp Badger have trash disposal?

No — no trash disposal at Camp Badger.

Here is the firepit with the view of a old cabin and outhouse, with Gilmore Peak in the background.

Gilmore, Idaho was a silver mining town between the 1880's and 1929 when the power plant caught on fire. It has been a ghost town since the last residence left in the 1950's.

Here is what the signs look like at Camp Badger.

Camping at Camp Badger in Gilmore, Idaho.

Here is the view of Gilmore if you drive to the top of the mountain behind Gilmore, Idaho.

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Camp Badger

Hosted by Jon · Leadore, Idaho

7 guests max

91%

·

12 reviews

Gilmore Idaho is a old silver mining town that was active between the 1880's and abandon in the 1930's after the power plant caught on fire. Gilmore is a legitimate ghost town that contains old buildings, mines, cemetery, etc. Gilmore, Idaho still has numerous old buildings and mines, there is so much to explore! Learn more about this land: Gilmore Idaho is a old silver mining town that was created in the 1880's and abandon in the 1930's after the power plant caught on fire. Gilmore is a legitimate ghost town that contains old buildings, mines, cemetery, etc. Gilmore, Idaho still has numerous old buildings, mines, and mining equipment. There is so much to explore in Gilmore! BUT you must not enter any of the old buildings, or any private property. The campsite is primitive and contains a small dirt pad, fire pit, and a tent pad. Gilmore Idaho is roughly 130 mins away from Idaho Falls. The Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns are roughly 20 mins away, and Meadow Lake and Meadow Lake Campground are roughly 5 miles away on a dirt road (on top of the mountain). The Meadow Lake Campground is only open for 2 months out of the year due to the snowfall (its on top of a mountain), so this campsite (Camp Badger) is a great place to camp if you can not find a spot at the campground. Camp Badger is the only campsite available within the Gilmore town site. NOTE: There are no bathrooms available at this campsite. Gilmore Idaho is a old silver mining town that was created in the 1880's and abandon in the 1930's after the power plant caught on fire. Gilmore is a legitimate ghost town that contains old buildings, mines, cemetery, etc. Gilmore, Idaho still has numerous old buildings, mines, and mining equipment. There is so much to explore in Gilmore! BUT you must not enter any of the old buildings, or any private property. The campsite is primitive and contains a small dirt pad, fire pit, and a tent pad. Gilmore Idaho is roughly 130 mins away from Idaho Falls. The Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns are roughly 20 mins away, and Meadow Lake and Meadow Lake Campground are roughly 5 miles away on a dirt road (on top of the mountain). The Meadow Lake Campground is only open for 2 months out of the year due to the snowfall (its on top of a mountain), so this campsite (Camp Badger) is a great place to camp if you can not find a spot at the campground. Camp Badger is the only campsite available within the Gilmore town site.

Rig suitability

Vehicles under 15 feet allowed

Allowed rigs: travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents

Back-in site

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

Vehicle site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 2:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

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Camp Inside A Real Ghost Town

90%

(15)

Vehicle site · Sleeps 7 · Vehicles under 15 ft

NOTE: There are no bathrooms available at this campsite. Gilmore Idaho is a old silver mining town that was created in the 1880's and abandon in the 1930's after the power plant caught on fire. Gilmore is a legitimate ghost town that contains old buildings, mines, cemetery, etc. Gilmore, Idaho still has numerous old buildings, mines, and mining equipment. There is so much to explore in Gilmore! BUT you must not enter any of the old buildings, or any private property. The campsite is primitive and contains a small dirt pad, fire pit, and a tent pad. Gilmore Idaho is roughly 130 mins away from Idaho Falls. The Birch Creek Charcoal Kilns are roughly 20 mins away, and Meadow Lake and Meadow Lake Campground are roughly 5 miles away on a dirt road (on top of the mountain). The Meadow Lake Campground is only open for 2 months out of the year due to the snowfall (its on top of a mountain), so this campsite (Camp Badger) is a great place to camp if you can not find a spot at the campground. Camp Badger is the only campsite available within the Gilmore town site.

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

91%· 16 reviews

Madeleine B.
Camped in a 16 ft car, Jul 2026.
Recommends
This is a great little slice of history in a great spot for launching adventures. There are other people around, but more than worth it for the price. Loved the ghost town!
Jeff L.
Camped in a 16 ft car, Oct 2025.
Recommends
Exactly as described. Read the reviews, you'll know what you're in for. Solid night.
Alex W.
Camped in a 15 ft travel trailer with kids, Jul 2023.
Recommends
It might look busy on a map but it’s not. Nice dependable place to spend a night or two.

Amenities

Fire pitsTemporarily unavailable due to a fire ban
Pit toilets
No potable water
No showers
No picnic tables
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No wifi
No laundry
No trash disposal
No cooking equipment
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site.
Pet-friendlyOn leash.
Fire ban in effect until Jan 14, 2027Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban.
Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 2pm.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.