Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Baumgartner
VISIT DATE: 08/20/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Fairfield
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pine
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pine, ID, from Nester's Market, take North Pine-Featherville
Rd. east 6.9 miles to the pavement's end. Continue straight (E.
Baumgartner Rd. - dirt) and go 9.3 miles to campground sign.
Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn
left and go another 0.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,300 ft.
The campground is on ground deeded to the Forest Service in 1937
by John Baumgartner, a miner who worked a claim there and two
other nearby locations. The only stipulation was the land must
be made available to the public for camping. The campground,
composed of two unnamed sections, stretches along the South Fork
of Boise River in large Ponderosa pines. Two sections are for
single-family camping while the other is for multi-family
campers. Camp sites in the latter section are all double with
one each table and grille. The campground features a hot
springs-fed pool and a delightful natural swimming hole west of
campground - either one is a treat. Together, these features
make this a special campground. The single-family section at
entrance to campground has the longer parking aprons while the
last section has the shortest.
There are numerous dispersed camp sites along the river for 14.1
miles between Baumgartner and Bowns campgrounds. The area's fly
fishing opportunities are just beginning to be discovered.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 28 through September 10
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 39
Total Sites: 39
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons and interior road are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Natural hot springs pool in the campground and natural swimming
hole is nearby in the South Fork of Boise River.
HIKING
Nature Trail (foot) - 0.25 miles
Convenient to Iron Mountain Trail #50 and other motorized trails.
FISHING
Rainbow trout - a paved trail leads to a wheelchair friendly fishing
pier on the river's edge.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bostetter
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Minidoka
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Oakley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Oakley, ID, at intersection of State Rt. 27 and Main 2000 S,
take Main 2000 S west 2.1 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left
onto 2000 South (gravel) and go 16.1 miles to another "Y"
intersection with "Campgrounds" sign. Bear right and go 0.5
miles to still another intersection and "Bostetter G.S." sign.
Bear left and go 0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn right into
campground.
NOTE: 2000 South becomes Forest Rt. 500 at forest boundary. Rt.
500 is steep and dirt with washboard surface - not RV friendly.
For RVrs, bear left inside campground. Right turn is dead end.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,100 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, has all the signs of
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) construction. It is located in
a stand of Lodgepole pine and stretches along Cottonwood Creek
with one site tucked up above in some Aspen trees. There is no
understory or middlestory but the camping sites are spread out
enough for fair privacy.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through October 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 6
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 5
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 34'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and irregular. There is an RV waste
station in Oakley, ID at the Oakley Rodeo Grounds (south end of
town). No fee and there is potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
There are showers available at the Oakley Rodeo Grounds - $1 fee
WATER SPORTS None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bowns
VISIT DATE: 08/20/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Fairfield
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Fairfield
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Fairfield, ID, at Soldier Mountain Ski Area sign, turn north
onto Soldier Mountain Rd. and go 1.9 miles to an intersection.
Turn right at intersection and go 0.2 miles to another
intersection and Big Smoky sign. Turn left and go 7.7 miles to a
"Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 94). Bear right onto Rt. 94 (dirt)
and go 9 miles to a "T" intersection (Forest Rt. 227). Turn left
onto Rt. 227 and go 5.6 miles to still another "Y" intersection.
Bear left and go 0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn right at
sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground stretches along the shore of the South Fork of
Boise River. The campsites are either tucked in among River
willows or shaded by Lodgepole pine. This is a quiet campground
where the only sounds are from the river and birds. Privacy is
fair, especially for those in the River willow shrubs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through November 30.
Services are provided only from Memorial Day weekend through
September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $6 per day - single
$12 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 7
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available at Big Smoky Guard Station. It is located
1 mile east of campground - no fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Casino
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 north 5.4 miles to Little Casino Creek sign (Forest Rt. 651).
Turn right onto Rt. 651 (dirt) and go 0.2 miles to campground on
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It stretches along the south side of the Salmon
River. Three of the campsites are designed for equestrian campers.
Each of these sites has a hitching rail. Young Lodgepole
pines provide some shade. Traffic noise from State Rt. 75 is
noticeable. This is a good base camp to enjoy the activities in
and around Stanley, ID including the SNRA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open May 1 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 19
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 19' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for a donation south of Stanley, ID on State
Rt. 75 at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for additional information.
HIKING
Little Casino Creek Trail #232 (foot, horse & dirt bike) - 4 miles
Big Casino Creek Trail #646 (foot, horse & dirt bike) - 10 miles
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook, and Steelhead trout, and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chinook Bay
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 21 and 75, take
Route 75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign
(Forest Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 0.3
miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It is a single loop with a short spur between
Little Redfish Lake's north shore and Redfish Lake Creek in a
stand of Lodgepole pine. Most camp sites are either on the creek
or lake or have a view of the lake. The campground, first come,
first serve, fills to capacity early each and every day. Privacy
between camp sites is minimal.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in the service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or the
SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 20
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Three RV waste stations with
potable water are available for a fee. One is north on State
Rt. 75 toward Stanley, ID at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
Another is Redfish RV dump, off Redfish Lake Road. And, the
third is 6.1 miles north of Ketchum, ID off State Rt. 75
at the SNRA Visitors Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Commercially operated hot showers are available for fee
in the service area between Little Redfish and Redfish lakes
on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Little Redfish Lake is about 25 acres. The 1,519-acre Redfish
Lake is nearby.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Easley
VISIT DATE: 08/22/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ketchum
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Ketchum, ID, take State Rt. 75 west 12 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign onto dirt road and go 0.1 miles to
"campground" sign. Turn right and go another 0.1 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,800 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). Adjacent to Big Wood River and State Rt. 75, the
campground is located in a riparian area with River Willow,
Aspen, young Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir, and Lodgepole pine
as the vegetation. Big Wood River-fed ponds are found on the
south side of campground with the Harriman Trail on the north.
One camp site may be occupied by a host. Traffic noise from
State Rt. 75 is noticeable. Fox sightings from the campground
are common.
The Easley Hot Springs swimming pool is available off the
entrance to this campground. There, swimming and hot showers are
available for a fee. The campground is convenient to the full
service ski-town of Ketchum. Also, consider day trips to
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA Visitor Center (Headquarters)
about 6 miles east of campground off State Rt. 75.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available at the SNRA Visitor's Center (Headquarters), 5.9
miles east of campground off State Rt. 75.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Tubing is possible on the Big Wood River. See General comments
about Easley Hot Springs swimming pool.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
HIKING
Harriman Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 19.4 miles
NOTE: The trail is primarily for foot and mountain bike, but a 9.5-
mile segment permits horses. Check with the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Glacier View
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign (Forest
Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 2.1 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It has three loops, A, B, and C, in a thin stand of
Lodgepole pines. The campground is located across the road from
Redfish Lake with views of it possible from some campsites - no
direct access, however. There are a large number of multi-family
camp sites making the campground good for family or group
gatherings. Privacy between camp sites is fair to good. Firewood
is available for a fee.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in the service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or
SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - multi-family
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 63
Total Sites: 63
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 63
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Grey water disposals are located
at each of the toilets. The campground accommodates any size RV.
The RV waste station is located in the Redfish Lake service area
at the intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and 214.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 18
No. Threaded: 14
Comments:
Commercially operated hot showers are available for fee
in the service area between Little Redfish and Redfish lakes
on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Redfish Lake is 1,519 acres.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Grandjean
VISIT DATE: 08/12/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Lowman
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Lowman, ID, take State Rt. 21 east 21.5 miles to Grandjean sign
(Forest Rt. 524) at a "chain up area." Turn right at sign onto Rt. 524
(dirt) and go 5.6 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left onto Forest
Rt. 824 and go 1.2 miles to campground.
NOTE: For the last 6.8 miles, the road surface is rough and narrow.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,200 ft.
This mainly equestrian campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth
National Recreation Area (SNRA). It is a scenic campground located
on the northwest side of the Sawtooth Wilderness far from noisy crowds.
An older campground with lots of grand Ponderosa pine, Lodgepole
pine and Douglas fir, it is configured as one large loop with the
Grandjean Trail at one end of the circle. Camp sites 1 through
23 are for campers without horses (livestock) and camp sites 24
through 31 are designed for campers with livestock. The latter
include hitching rails. Not a particularly RV friendly
campground, it does have some great tent-only sites. A few camp
sites overlook the Payette River and a couple others are
alongside an unnamed creek. The nearby Sawtooth Lodge offers
trail rides, swimming pool, and a cook's night out. There is
some dispersed camping along Forest Rt. 824. A special treat is
spending some time at the nearby hot springs, located 0.3 miles
west of the Sawtooth Lodge.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 18 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are irregular, dirt, rocky, and rough.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Showers are available, for a fee, at Sawtooth Lodge
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Grandjean Trail - access to the west side of the Sawtooth
Wilderness and a network of trails
FISHING
A variety of trout is possible; check with the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Holman Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/06/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, ID, take State Rt. 75 west 7.9 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It stretches along State Rt. 75 and up Holman Creek
in grand old Douglas firs. The camp sites along Rt. 75 overlook
a small field of sagebrush, highway and Salmon River. The
camp sites along Holman Creek are nicely secluded and well
shaded. A walk to the bend of the river across from campground
is restful.
The campground is a good base camp for day trips into the town of
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 49'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and grass. An RV waste station with
potable water is available for a donation at the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station, just south of Stanley, ID on State Rt. 75.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook, and Steelhead trout, and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Inlet
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take
Rt. 75 south 21 miles to Alturas Lake sign (Forest Rt. 205).
Turn right at sign onto Rt. 205 and go 4.7 to campground sign.
Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,032 ft.
This campground, a.k.a. Alturas Lake Inlet, is one of 37 in the
Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA). It is a single loop
near Alturas Lake in a stand of mostly Lodgepole pines. A
couple of the camp sites are on Alturas Lake Creek. The moist
habitat provides the campground with a lush grass understory
and lots of River willows. The camp sites are close together
providing poor privacy. Gas and groceries are available in
Smiley Creek, ID, 4 miles south on State Rt. 75.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 27
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are three RV waste stations with
potable water available for a fee. One is south of Stanley, ID on
State Rt. 75 at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station. Another is at
the Smiley Creek Resturant on Hwy 75. And the third is 6.1 miles
north of Ketchum, ID off State Rt. 75 at the SNRA Visitors Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Alturas Lake is 835 acres. A sandy swimming beach is available
at the day-use area and a boat ramp is at Smokey Bear campground.
Jet Skies are not permitted.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
HIKING
Beach Trail (foot) - 100 yards
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Cleveland
VISIT DATE: 08/22/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Minidoka
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Albion
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Albion, ID, take State Rt. 77 south 5.1 miles to Pomerelle
Ski Area/Lake Cleveland sign. Turn right at sign and go 9.4
miles to campground sign. Turn right before sign and go 0.6
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground, located adjacent to Lake Cleveland, is comprised
of two sections. The first section, at the campground's
entrance, is larger and set away from the lake's shore. The
interior road is paved with camping sites tucked away in a
mixture of conifers and rock. The second section is located at
the far end of the lake along its western shore. Some of the
sites are next to or have a view of the lake. The sites found in
the second section are more rustic with irregular parking aprons
and fewer trees. Access to the second section is down a rough
dirt road; large motor homes and trailers are not recommended.
Lake Cleveland is the only natural high-mountain lake in Idaho
south of the Snake River. It is located at the bottom of a
"bowl" with the campground sections at the east and west ends of
the lake. There is minimal to fair privacy between camping
sites. The campground is pack it in, pack it out.
A good day trip is to the Mt. Harrison Overlook and Fire Tower.
The fire tower is still active. Besides the great panoramic
views, June and July provide great wildflower viewing, especially
Christ's Indian Paintbrush. It was discovered in 1950 by John
Christ and is found no where else except on the north slope of
Mt. Harrison.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open July 9 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day - east section
$10 per day - west section
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are rock and dirt and irregular in second
section of the campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 5
Comments:
The wheelchair friendly toilet is in the first section only.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Cleveland is 150 acres.
HIKING - No
Comments:
The campground is convenient to the Twin Lakes trail head for the
21-mile, multi-use Skyline Trail.
FISHING
Rainbow and Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mormon Bend
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 north 6.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right after sign
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It stretches out on a Lodgepole pine dotted grass
flat. A small meadow provides some distance between the
campground and State Rt. 75, but traffic noise is still
noticeable. Most camp sites are next to the Salmon River and
have a view of sagebrush-covered mountains on the other side.
The camp sites alternate between back-ins and pull-throughs
providing some privacy. The campground has a float boat
put-in/take-out ramp.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 6 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 46'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with
potable water is available for a donation north of Stanley,
ID on State Rt. 75 at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
A variety of trout is possible. Check with an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mt. Heyburn
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rt. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign (Forest
Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 4 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). Across the road from Redfish Lake and Sandy Beach
Boat Ramp, the campground is a single loop in a stand of
Lodgepole pine. There is little separation between camp sites
and with no understory or middlestory, privacy is poor. This is
one of the quieter campgrounds in the Redfish Lake area.
Firewood is available for a fee.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or
SNRA - Stanley Office.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 20 through September 20. The campground alternates with
Sockeye campground every other year for being open all year.
Check with the Ranger District Office.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 19
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The RV waste station is located in
the service area at the intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and 214.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
Commercially operated hot showers are available for fee
in the service area between Little Redfish and Redfish lakes
on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Redfish Lake is 1,519 acres. Swimming is available at Outlet
campground, north of Mt. Heyburn.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Murdock
VISIT DATE: 08/21/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ketchum
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Ketchum, ID, take State Rt. 75 north 5.9 miles to SNRA
Headquarters sign. Turn right at sign and go 1.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,700 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It is a single loop in a Lodgepole pine-dotted
meadow. The West Fork of the Big Wood River is across the road
from entrance. This is a good transient campground or long term
for among other things, exploring the SNRA and the full-service
ski town of Ketchum. Regarding the SNRA, consider day trips to
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA Visitor Center (Headquarters)
at the turn-off from State Rt. 75 to this campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 57'
Comments:
Most of the gravel aprons are the same size. The campground will
accommodate any size RV. The fee at the Forest Service RV waste
station is a donation.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 3
Comments:
A pay phone is located at the Visitor Center.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
The campground is convenient to the 19.4-mile Harriman Trail
(across road from turn off State Rt. 75). It is primarily for
foot and mountain bike, but a 9.5-mile segment permits horses.
Check with SNRA Ranger District Office for information. It is
also convenient to the Murdock Creek Trail #53 for foot and horse
- 3.5 miles long.
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: North Fork
VISIT DATE: 08/22/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ketchum
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Ketchum, ID, take State Rt. 75 north 6.1 miles to campground
sign. Turn left after sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground, adjacent to Big Wood River and shaped like a bar
bell, is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area
(SNRA). The vegetation is primarily young to mature Aspen with
some River willows, cottonwoods, spruce, and Lodgepole pines.
The understory is heavy with grass, and with wide separation
between camp sites, privacy is good to excellent. Fox sightings
are common. This is a good overnight or longer stay campground for
among other things, exploring the SNRA and the full-service ski
town of Ketchum. Regarding the SNRA, consider day trips to
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA Visitor Center (Headquarters),
a short distance from campground on State Rt. 75.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 28
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 28
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Camp sites 1, 2, 3, 7 and 8 have
no turn-around for "pulled" camping vehicles. An RV waste station
with potable water is available for a fee at the SNRA Visitor
Center (Headquarters) 1.8 miles east of campground off State Rt. 75.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 8
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING
Harriman Trail (foot and mountain bike*) - 19.4 miles
Murdock Creek Trail (foot & horse) - 3.5 miles
* It is primarily for foot and mountain bike, but a 9.5-mile
segment permits horses. Check with SNRA Ranger District Office
for information.
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Brook and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: North Shore
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take
Rt. 75 south 21 miles to Alturas Lake sign (Forest Rt. 205).
Turn right at sign onto Rt. 205 and go 3.6 miles to campground
sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It is an attractive large single loop on the north
shore of Alturas Lake. Several camp sites are adjacent to the lake
and are tucked into a dense stand of Engelmann spruce. While there
is no formal beach, the gentle slopping shore provides nice boat
tie-up areas. The camp sites not along the lake's shore are in
Lodgepole pine and sunny. Wide spacing of camp sites provides
good privacy. Gas and groceries are available at the nearby
Smiley Creek Lodge, south of campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 55'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Three RV waste stations
with potable water are available, for a fee. One is south
of Stanley, ID on State Rt. 75 at the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station. Another is at Smiley Creek Restaurant/Gas
tation on Hwy 75. The third is 6.1 miles north of Ketchum, ID
off State Rt. 75 at the SNRA Visitors Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Alturas Lake is 835 acres. A swimming beach is available at the
Forest Service Inlet campground and a boat ramp at Smokey Bear
campground. Jet skies are not permitted.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: O'Brien
VISIT DATE: 08/06/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 east 15 miles to O'Brien sign. Turn right onto a single-
lane dirt road, cross a single-lane bridge, and go 0.1 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,000 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It has two named sections, Upper and Lower,
connected by a narrow single-lane road, hugging the mountainside.
The camp sites are tucked into a dense stand of large Douglas fir
trees. Berry picking appears to be a good seasonal activity. The Upper
section is located on a bluff above the Salmon River. The Lower
section, suggested for small RVs only, is close to the river's
level. Traffic noise from State Rt. 75 is minimal.
The campground is a good base camp for day trips into the town of
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA - Stanley Office.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Lower Section - open June 1 through August 15.
Upper Section - services provided May 15 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 19
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for a donation at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station, just south of Stanley, ID on State Rt. 75.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
The campground is on the banks of the Salmon River.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook, and Steelhead trout, and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Outlet
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT:
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rt. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign (Forest
Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 2.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It stretches out between Forest 214 and the east
shore of Redfish Lake for 0.4 miles in Lodgpole pines. Some of
the best views of the Sawtooth Mountain Range may be from this
campground's swimming beach. An evening stroll along the
Lakeside Trail is a delight. Although there is little understory
or middlestory, wide separation between camp sites provides good
privacy. Great campground for a quiet afternoon spent in a
lounge chair watching wind, water, and mountains. Tents
are permitted on tent pads only. Firewood is available for a
fee.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or the
SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 15. Contact Ranger District
office for maximum stay.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 6 to 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The RV waste station is located in
the service area at the intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and 214.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
Commercially operated hot showers are available for fee
in the service area between Little Redfish and Redfish lakes
on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Redfish Lake is 1,519 acres. The beach is sandy and the boat
ramp is located 1.3 miles south of campground.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
HIKING
Orion Trail (wheelchair friendly, paved - foot) - 0.4 miles
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pettit Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 21 and 75, take
Rt. 75 south 18.1 miles to Pettit Lake sign. Turn right after
sign onto a dirt road and go 1.6 miles to a "T" intersection.
Turn right at intersection and go 0.4 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It is a single loop in a stand of Lodgepole pine
between Pettit Lake and Tin Cup Hiker Trail head. None of the camp
sites are on the lake, but some have a partial view. The camp
sites are close together with no understory or middlestory
providing poor privacy. Gas and groceries are available in
Smiley Creek, ID, 4 miles south of campground on State Rt. 75.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 25 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. Three RV waste stations
with potable water are available for a fee. One is at
the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station. Another is at Smiley Creek
Restaurant/Gas Station on Hwy 75. The third is 6.1
miles north of Ketchum, ID off State Rt. 75 at the SNRA
Visitors Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Pettit Lake is 395 acres. The boat ramp is located on the lake's
south shore, 0.5 miles from campground.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for information.
HIKING
Tin Cup Trail (foot) - 16 miles
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Point
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign (Forest
Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 1.5 miles to
Redfish Lake Lodge sign (Forest Rt. 213). Turn right at sign and
go 0.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). Alongside Redfish Lake, the campground has two
unnamed sections. A thin stand of Lodgepole pine provides some
shade. Some sites in both sections have a view of lake. This is the
only campground located on the west side of lake. Tents are permitted
on tent pads only. This is a great campground for spending a quiet
afternoon in a lounge chair watching wind, water, and trees. Some
campsites have bear-proof food boxes. The tent sites are walk-in.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or
SNRA - Stanley Office.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 20
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Vans, slide-ins, and tents are permitted - no motor homes,
pop-up tents, or travel trailers.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
Comments:
Commercially operated hot showers are available for fee
in the service area between Little Redfish and Redfish lakes
on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Redfish Lake is 1,519 acres. The beach is sandy.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for information.
HIKING
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Riverside
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 north 6 miles to campground sign. The campground is on both
sides of State Rt. 75.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It has two sections on the north and south sides of
State Rt. 75. The south section, stretching along the highway,
features camp sites on the Salmon River, a well thinned stand of
Lodgepole pine which gives some shade, and a grass understory
providing little privacy. This section is particularly nice for
tents. The north section also stretches along Rt. 75, but its
camp sites have longer parking aprons and are more widely spaced
providing better privacy. This section is better suited for RVs.
Some sites in both sections are very close to Rt. 75 making traffic
noise most noticeable. This is a good base camp to enjoy the
activities in and around Stanley, ID including the SNRA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through August 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for a donation at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
A variety of trout is possible. Check with an SNRA Ranger
District Office for information.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Salmon River
VISIT DATE: 08/04/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 north 4.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left for the north
side of campground or turn right for the river or south side of
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It has two sections, one on the north side of State
Rt. 75 and the other on the south side. The north side stretches
along the roadway in sagebrush and a lightly wooded stand of Lodgepole
pine. The south section also stretches along Rt. 75 and the
Salmon River. This section is more densely wooded with most camp
sites overlooking the river. The camp sites in both sections
tend to be close together, and with only a grass and sagebrush
understory, privacy is poor. Traffic noise from Rt. 75 is
noticeable. This is a good base camp to enjoy the activities in
and around Stanley, ID including the SNRA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Hillside campsites: open mid-May through Labor Day weekend.
Riverside campsites: open mid-May through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 55'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The campground can accommodate any
size RV. An RV waste station with potable water is available for
a donation at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for information.
FISHING
A variety of trout is possible. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Smokey Bear
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 21 and 75, take
Rt. 75 south 21 miles to Alturas Lake sign (Forest Rt. 205).
Turn right at sign onto Rt. 205 and go 3.4 miles to campground
sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,034 ft.
This campground, located on the west shore of Alturas Lake, is
one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA). It is
split into two sections on both the right and left side of the
campground's entrance. The section to the left has only a few
camp sites but does contain the boat ramp. The camp sites on the
right are not as close to the lake but are still within easy
walking distance. These camp sites do have a view of the lake and
mountains. Lodgepole pines provide shade but no privacy between
camp sites. Gas and limited groceries are available at nearby
Smiley Creek Lodge.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided June 1 through September 20
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Three RV waste stations with
potable water are available, for a fee. One is at the SNRA -
Stanley Ranger Station. Another is at Smiley Creek Restaurant/Gas
Station on Hwy 75. The third is 6.1 miles north of Ketchum, ID
off State Rt. 75 at the SNRA Visitors Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments: Wheelchair-friendly vault at boat-ramp.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Alturas Lake is 835 acres. A swimming beach is available at
Inlet campground south of Smokey Bear.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sockeye
VISIT DATE: 08/17/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take Rt.
75 south 4.2 miles to Redfish Lake Visitor Center sign (Forest
Rt. 214). Turn right after sign onto Rt. 214 and go 4.3 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It is a single loop through a stand of Lodgepole
pines on the eastern shore of Redfish Lake. The camp sites
adjacent to the lake are next to the "Sockeye Closure Area" where
access to the lake is not permitted because of critical sockeye
spawning habitat. Because of the dense Lodgepole pines, there
is no understory or middlestory. This, plus the nearness of the
camp sites, makes for poor privacy. Some camp sites have a
view of the lake. Firewood is available for a fee.
Hot showers for a fee, gas, laundromat, and pay phones are
available in service area at intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and
214. Visit the nearby Redfish Lake Lodge for boat rentals, boat
shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness, trail rides, an afternoon or
evening beverage and a cook's night out. Interpretive programs
are held during the summer at various locations around the
Redfish area. The campground is also a good base camp for day
trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot
Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about
all these activities plus more from Redfish Visitor Center or
SNRA - Stanley Office.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 30. The campground alternates with
Mt. Heyburn campground every other year for being open all year.
Check with the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The RV waste station is located
in the Redfish service area at the intersection of Forest
Rts. 213 and 214.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
Water spigots vary between hand pumps and regular pressure
faucets throughout the campground. Commercially operated hot
showers are available for fee in the service area between
Little Redfish and Redfish lakes on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Redfish Lake is 1,519 acres. Swimming is available at Outlet
campground, north of Sockeye.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for information.
HIKING
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stanley Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/14/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take
Rt. 21 west 5.1 miles to Stanley Lake sign (Forest Rt. 455).
Turn left onto Rt. 455 and go 3.1 miles to another Stanley Lake
sign. Turn left at sign onto a dirt road and go 0.1 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). It stretches along the north shore of Stanley Lake
in a stand of Lodgepole pine. Many camp sites are adjacent to
the lake and all have a view of the lake, McGowan Peak of the
Sawtooth Mountain Range and Sawtooth Wilderness. This is a nice
place to relax, sit by the lake and enjoy the views. Be sure and
visit the Stanley Lake Overlook with its interpretive signs.
This is a good base camp to enjoy the activities in and around
Stanley, ID including the SNRA.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Stanley Lake is 179 acres. The beach is sandy. A boat ramp is
available at the Stanley Lake Inlet campground. Jet Skies are
not permitted.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA - Stanley Ranger
Station for information.
HIKING
Stanley Lake Trail #640 (foot and horse) - about 10 miles.
Accesses northern end of Sawtooth Wilderness.
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for additional information.
FISHING
Rainbow, Brook, and Mackinaw trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sunny Gulch
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2001
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stanley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stanley, ID, at the intersection of State Rts. 75 and 21, take
Rt. 75 south 3.6 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign
onto dirt road and go 0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,700 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). There two unnamed loops just above a bend in the Salmon
River. Although none of the camp sites are adjacent to the
river, the rushing water can be heard from some of them. The
removal of "hazard" trees has made this campground the most
accurately named in the SNRA. Often used by campers waiting for
a site in the Redfish Lake complex, this campground tends to be
less crowded than others in the area. The unobstructed,
marvelous views of Mt. Heyburn and other mountains in the
Sawtooth Mountain Range from the campground, help to offset its
current appearance. People are taking advantage of the magnificent
views by using the campground's picnic pavilion for weddings and
family reunions. (Check with the ranger station about pavilion
availability.) In addition, a stroll along the crystal clear Salmon
River in back of the campground is delightful.
Just 0.6 miles south of the campground entrance is the turn into
the Redfish Lake complex. There, hot showers for a fee, gas,
laundromat, and pay phones are available in service area at
intersection of Forest Rts. 213 and 214. Visit the Redfish Lake
Lodge for boat rentals, boat shuttle to Sawtooth Wilderness,
trail rides, an afternoon or evening beverage and a cook's night
out. Interpretive programs are held during the summer at various
locations around the Redfish area. The campground is also a good
base camp for day trips into the town of Stanley, Stanley Museum,
Sunbeam Hot Springs, and Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain
information about all these activities plus more from Redfish
Visitor Center or SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 15 through September 20
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$36 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 43
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 43
No. Grilles on Sites: 43
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 45'
Comments:
The interior road and parking aprons are paved. RV waste stations
with potable water are available, for a fee. One is south of
Stanley, ID on State Rt. 75 at the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station.
Another at Smiley Creek Restaurant/Gas Station on Hwy 75.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps. Commercially operated hot showers
are available for fee in the service area between Little Redfish
and Redfish lakes on Forest Rt. 213.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The 1,519-acre Redfish Lake is is just a few miles from the
campground.
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Explore the "beater" trail that parallels the Salmon River in
back of the campground. Enjoy the lush grass and variety of
conifer trees.
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Salmon River - Cutthroat, Steelhead, Rainbow, and Brook trout,
and Whitefish.
Redfish Lake - Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Thompson Flat
VISIT DATE: 08/22/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Minidoka
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Albion
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Albion, ID, take State Rt. 77 south 5.1 miles to Pomerelle
Ski Area/Lake Cleveland sign. Turn right at sign and go 8.5
miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto gravel road
and go 0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,100 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, stretches out in a
shallow bowl and meadow in a mixture of young Aspen, Lodgepole
pine and other conifers. The understory consists of sagebrush
and wildflowers. The camping sites are generally widely spaced
offering good privacy. The campground also includes two group
areas not included in this survey. A good day trip is to the Mt.
Harrison overlook and the still active fire tower. June and July
are the best time of year to view wildflowers at the summit,
especially Christ's Indian Paintbrush discovered in 1950 by John
Christ. It is found only on the north slope of this mountain.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open July 15 through October 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Access to camping site #2 is a dead
end with no turn-around.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
The only wheelchair friendly toilet is located near group area.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Comments:
The campground is convenient to the Twin Lakes trail head for the
21-mile, multi-use Skyline Trail.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wood River
VISIT DATE: 08/22/2001
UPDATE DATE: 5/24/2016
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Stanley Ranger Station
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ketchum
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Ketchum, ID, take State Rt. 75 west 7.9 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.
This campground is one of 37 in the Sawtooth National Recreation
Area (SNRA). Located alongside Big Wood River and State Rt. 75,
the campground is composed of Douglas fir, Lodgepole pine, and
some Aspen. It is heavily wooded and has a very "woodsy" feel.
Some camp sites are adjacent to the river. Traffic noise from
State Rt. 75 is distracting at some camp sites. Fox sightings
are common. This is a good transient campground or long term for
among other things, exploring the SNRA and the full-service ski
town of Ketchum. Regarding the SNRA, consider day trips to
Stanley, Stanley Museum, Sunbeam Hot Springs, Redfish Lake, and
Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. Obtain information about all these
activities plus more from the SNRA Visitor Center (Headquarters)
about 1.8 miles east from campground on State Rt. 75.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 18 through September 17
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 10
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved and others are dirt. There is no
RV turn-a-around for sites 1,2,3, 7 and 8. An RV waste station,
with potable water, is available at the SNRA Visitor Center
(Headquarters) 1.8 miles east of campground off State Rt. 75.
The fee is a donation.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 8
Comments:
The flush toilets are in the day-use area.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Over 1,000 lakes are in the SNRA, a few of which are large enough
to accommodate most water sports. Contact an SNRA Ranger
District Office for additional information.
HIKING
Wood River Nature Trail (loop - foot) - 0.25 miles
The campground is convenient to the 19.4-mile Harriman Trail. It
is primarily for foot and mountain bike, but a 9.5-mile segment
permits horses. Check with the SNRA - Stanley Ranger Station for
information. It is also convenient to the Murdock Creek Trail
#53 for foot and horse - 3.5 miles long.
There are many hiking trails throughout the SNRA including those
within the Sawtooth Wilderness. Contact the SNRA - Stanley
Ranger Station for information.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
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