Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Alpine
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2000
UPDATE DATE: 8/30/2021
STATE: Wyoming
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, WY, take US Rt. 26 west 2.6 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground, located on the southeastern side of the Palisades
Reservoir, is composed of two unnamed loops. One loop is heavily
wooded with Lodgepole, Blue spruce and Aspen with a grass
understory and a few sites overlooking the Palisades Reservoir.
The second loop is considered an overflow area (not included in
survey site count). Both loops have vaults and potable water.
US Rt. 26 does produce some traffic noise throughout the
campground. There is good privacy between camping sites.
The campground is a popular overflow site for whitewater rafters from Snake
River Canyon.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 22 through September 12. There is no potable water
from the day after Labor Day through September 12.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$24 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): 15
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: Yes
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: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are two RV waste stations.
One is at the northern end of the Palisades Reservoir off US Rt.
26 at the Palisades Dam Power Station. There is no fee and no
potable water. The other is in Alpine Junction at the intersection
of US Rt. 89 and US Rt. 26. There is no fee and no potable water.
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: 6
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:
The Palisades Reservoir is 1.2 million acres. Two boat ramps are
convenient to the campground. The reservoir is used for
irrigation which can reduce its depth considerably during the
summer months. Check with the Palisades Ranger District Office
for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Elk
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Irwin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Irwin, ID, take US Rt. 26 east 5.8 miles to campground sign
(Forest Rt. 262). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 262 (dirt) and go
1.6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground, near the northeastern portion of the Palisades
Reservoir, is composed of two sections. The larger section is
located across from the group campground which is used for
overflow when not reserved. This section has widely spaced
camping sites in sagebrush, Aspen and Douglas fir. The
interior road in this section is tear-drop shaped making a second
pass-through difficult for large RVs. The smaller section is a
single loop in an open field next to Big Elk Creek. The
campground is well away from the traffic noise of US Rt. 26 and
has no direct access to the Palisades Reservoir.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 27 through September 12
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day; no fee from September 16 through May 14.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and rock. There is an RV waste
station located at the Palisades Dam Power Plant at the northern
end of the Palisades Reservoir off US Rt. 26. There is no fee
and no potable water.
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: 6
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The campground is convenient to the 1.2 million-acre Palisades
Reservoir. The reservoir is used for irrigation which can reduce
its depth considerably during the summer months. Check with the
Palisades Ranger District Office for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Springs
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, from intersection of Koeger/A2 and US Rt. 20,
take Rt. 20 north 3 miles to campground sign and S. Big Springs
Ave./Forest Rt. 059. Turn right at sign onto Big Springs Ave.
and go 4.7 miles to another campground sign. Turn right at sign
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
NOTE: The West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park is 28 miles
north of campground.
The campground, near the crystal clear Big Springs, is a single
loop running through a stand of young Lodgepole pine. All the
camping sites have pull-through aprons with limited shade and
privacy between sites is fair. Nature walks are held Saturday
evenings; check fee board for locations, time and subject. Boat
rentals, showers and laundry are available at intersection of S.
Big Spring Ave. and US Rt. 20 in Island Park, ID.
Although the campground is not adjacent to Big Springs, it is
well worth the short walk (0.1 miles) to see. Water pours (120
million gallons a day) through the lava stones like a well
designed fountain, into a pool that is crystal clear. The bottom
of the pool is speckled with black pebbles of black obsidian.
Big Springs is one of the 40 largest springs in the country and
is a major source for Henry's Fork of the Snake River. The water
originates from the Yellowstone Plateau and maintains a year-
round temperature of 52 degrees. The kids (and adults) will
enjoy watching the huge Brook and Rainbow trout swimming at the
bridge. Unfortunately for anglers, fishing is not permitted in
the vicinity.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 16
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: Not applicable
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. There is an RV waste station at
intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20, Island Park, ID.
The fee is $5 and there is potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 3
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
No water sports or fishing is permitted (in the section of
Henry's Fork of the Snake River) closest to the campground.
HIKING
Interpretive trail (foot - wheelchair friendly) - 0.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blowout
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Irwin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Irwin, ID, take US Rt. 26 east 8.6 miles to a boat ramp
sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground, located above and adjacent to the Palisades
Reservoir on the northeastern side on a bluff above the reservoir
among Aspen and Lodgepole pines. The sites are well shaded with
a dense middlestory providing good privacy between camping sites.
Some of the sites overlook the reservoir. Only a few of the sites in
the campground have tent pads.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 27 through September 7.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$24 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): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
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: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 18' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is an RV waste station at
the northern end of the Palisades Reservoir off US Rt. 26 at the
Palisades Dam Power Station. There is no fee and no potable
water.
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 and is located in the lower
section.
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:
Palisades Reservoir is 1.2 million acres. The reservoir is used
for irrigation which can reduce its depth considerably during the
summer months. Check with the Palisades Ranger District Office
for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Box Canyon
VISIT DATE: 08/10/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, at intersection of US Rt. 20 and County Rt.
A2 (Kilgore-Yale Rd.), take Rt. 20 south 3.2 miles to campground
sign. Turn right at sign onto gravel road and go 0.4 miles to
another campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 1 mile to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground, located on a canyon rim, is convenient to Henry's
Fork of the Snake River. It is a single loop among Lodgepole
pine. The understory is grass with fair privacy between camping
sites. This is an attractive campground waiting to be
discovered.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: Yes
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: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are two RV waste stations.
One is at the intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20 in
Island Park, ID. The fee is $5 and there is potable water. The
other, with potable water and no fee, is located at the southern end
of Island Park off US Rt. 20 near mile marker 382.
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
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Box Canyon Trail (foot) - 3 miles
FISHING - No
Comments:
Rainbow and Brook trout at the nearby Henry's Fork of the Snake
River.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buffalo
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, from intersection of Koeger/A2 and US Rt. 20,
take Rt. 20 south 1.8 miles to campground sign. Turn left at
sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.
The campground, composed of seven loops - A, B, C, D, E, F, and
G, is located primarily in Lodgepole pine of various ages. Each
loop has some camping sites that either overlook or are adjacent
to Buffalo River, which is popular for fishing and family
floating. There are communal grey water disposal sites
throughout the campground. Loops A and B are the closest to US
Rt. 20 where traffic noise is apparent. These two loops also
have paved interior roads and parking aprons, some tent pads,
numerous pull-throughs and flush toilets. Loop C is the most
heavily wooded with electric hook-ups, tent pads and paved
parking aprons. Loop D has the least cared-for appearance and
gravel parking which create a rustic feel. This loop has vaults
and flush toilets which are shared by the campers from Loop C.
Loop E, called the Reunion Loop, is for groups and is not
included in this survey. Loop F has a pleasant mixture of Aspen
and Lodgepole pine with a heavy middlestory providing the best
privacy between sites in the campground. This loop also has
vaults and flush toilets and paved parking aprons. The sites in
Loop G are more open than those found in the other loops. It is
closest to the wheelchair friendly fishing dock and is comprised
of grass and sagebrush understory and Lodgepole pine. It has a
flush toilet and paved parking aprons.
Although wildlife is not often seen during the warmer weather,
the number and variety of birds is delightful. It is not unusual
to find an Osprey perched on a snag across the river from the
campground looking for dinner or to spy heron standing at the
river's edge. Informal "beater" trails connect the loops and
provide access to the river. Nearby lodges provide an excellent
opportunity for a cook's night out.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend thrgouh September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - no electric hookups
$40 per day - double no electric hookups
$26 per day - single electric hookups
$52 per day - double electric hookups
NOTE: Golden Age/Access Passport not honored on sites
with electric hookup.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 105
Total Sites: 105
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 105
No. Grilles on Sites: 105
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 17
No. RV Pull Throughs: 36
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. There are two RV waste stations.
One is at the intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20 in
Island Park, ID. The fee is $5 and there is potable water. The
other, with potable water and no fee, is located at the southern
end of Island Park off US Rt. 20 near mile marker 382.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 25
No. Threaded: 14
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilets are in Loops A, B, and C.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Buffalo River is a good family floating river.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout. There is a wheelchair friendly fishing
dock adjacent to Loop G.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buttermilk
VISIT DATE: 08/10/2000
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, at intersection of US Rt. 20 and County Rt.
A2 (Kilgore-Yale Rd.), take Kilgore-Yale Rd. west 1.9 miles to
campground sign (Forest Rt. 126). Turn left onto Rt. 126 and go
2.8 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign to campground
map board. Continue straight 0.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,357 ft.
The campground, adjacent to a channel of the Island Lake
Reservoir, is composed of two loops - A and B. Loop A is closest
to the channel with some sites overlooking it. There are private
residences on the other side of the channel. This loop is
heavily wooded and provides more shade than that found in Loop B.
There is also a dock for mooring boats off Loop A. Loop B has
all the pull-throughs with little shade. Although privacy is
minimal in this loop, it is quieter because it is further away
from the channel.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open week before Memorial Day through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$27 per day - single with electric hook-up
$40 per day - double
NOTE: Golden Age/Access Passport not honored on sites
with electric hookup
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 52
Total Sites: 52
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 52
No. Grilles on Sites: 52
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 1
No. RV Pull Throughs: 41
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 47'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are two RV waste stations.
One is at the intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20.
The fee is $5 and there is potable water. The other, with potable water
and no fee, is located at the southern end of Island Park off US Rt. 20
near mile marker 382.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 13
No. Threaded: 7
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: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Island Park Reservoir is 11,000 acres. Courtesy docks are located
in Loop A w/o a ramp - used for mooring boats. The reservoir is used
for irrigation which can reduce its depth considerably during the
summer months. Check with the Ashton-Island Park Ranger District
Office for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Calamity
VISIT DATE: 08/03/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Irwin
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Irwin, ID, take US Rt. 26 east 2.5 miles to campground sign.
Turn right at sign, crossing over the Palisades Reservoir Dam,
and go 1.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground, adjacent to northern end of the Palisades
Reservoir and located on a mountainside, is composed of three
loops - A, B and C. Loops A and B can accommodate RVs and tents
with many sites wide enough for a boat trailer. The camping
sites in these loops are more open, some of which are terraced
with tent pads. Some have a view of Palisades Reservoir. Loop C
is restricted to tents and slide-in RVs. It is furthest up the
mountainside with some sites having great views of the reservoir.
The sites in this loop are heavily wooded - none are in the open.
The campground is a boater's paradise, and as a result, it is
very popular and full most weekends. It's a good idea to make
reservations if camping on a weekend.
The campground is loaded with berries, namely huckleberries,
raspberries (in Loop C), serviceberries and snowberries.
Although overall this is a very nice campground, Loop C is
without a doubt the nicest of the three loops. Except for Loop
C, privacy between sites is minimal to fair.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 27 through September 12. One loop open after September 15;
no services.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 41
Total Sites: 41
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 41
No. Grilles on Sites: 41
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 21' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is an RV waste station 1
mile west of the campground on US Rt. 26 at the Riverside Park
campground (Palisades Dam Power Plant). There is no fee and no
potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 13
No. Threaded: 1
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:
Palisades Reservoir is 1.2 million acres. The reservoir is used
for irrigation which can reduce its depth considerably during the
summer months. Check with the Palisades Ranger District Office
for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cave Falls
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ashton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Ashton, ID, take State Rt. 47 east 5.3 miles to Yellowstone
National Park/Cave Falls sign. Turn right at sign and go 18.3
miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
NOTE: After 5.9 miles, the access road enters Targhee National
Forest and becomes Forest Rt. 582 with gravel surface. After 16.7
miles, the road becomes paved again upon entering Wyoming. Overall,
access to the campground is on RV friendly roads.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
fThe elevation is 6,200 ft.
NOTE: (1) The campground is physically located in Wyoming; (2) the South
Entrance of Yellowstone National Park is 53 miles east of campground, north
on US Rt. 89; and (3) the north boundary of Grand Teton National Park is 55
miles east of campground, south on US Rt. 89.
The campground, adjacent to Yellowstone National Park and Vinegar Hole
Wilderness, stretches out along Falls River in a mixture of conifers. Most
camping sites overlook the river, which can be heard throughout the campground.
The campground has a wilderness feel to it without the inconveniences. A nice
day trip is to Cave Falls - 1.1 miles from campground (in Yellowstone National
Park). The campground is pack it in, pack it out. Although adjacent to
Yellowstone National Park and except to Cave Falls, there is no "instant"
motor vehicle access into Yellowstone National Park.
Motor vehicle access to both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks is via
Ashton-Flagg Ranch Rd. (Forest Rt. 261) to US Rt. 89 - 51.3 miles; figure two
hours driving time. This road is a back-country, non-service, single-lane dirt
road - have a full tank of gas, a spare tire and changing tools, and potable
water. RVs are not recommended. Suggest picking up a map from the
Ashton-Island Park Ranger District Office in Ashton, ID.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. There are
communal food storage containers provided by the Forest Service.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through October 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
$20 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 23
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: Not applicable
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass. The pull-through
parking aprons are tightly configured. There is an RV waste
station located at the north end of Ashton, ID at the Ashton
Visitor Center. The fee is $3 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): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
The campground is convenient to numerous trails in the
Yellowstone National Park.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Falls
VISIT DATE: 07/29/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Swan Valley
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Swan Valley, ID, take US Rt. 26 west 2.9 miles to Falls
campground sign (Forest Rt. 076). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 076
(dirt and gravel) and go 2.4 miles to another campground sign.
Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,100 ft.
The campground is a large single loop through a stand of tall
Cottonwoods and is located where Falls Creek joins the Snake
River. None of the sites have a view of the river. The camping
sites are well spaced, and with the height of the Cottonwoods,
shrubs and grass, privacy is very good. Although this section of
the river does not offer whitewater sports, it can provide
pleasant float trips for the whole family, especially in the
autumn under fall colors.
NOTE: This campground is actually in the Caribou National Forest,
but it is administered by the Palisades Ranger District of the
Targhee National Forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 22 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$24 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is an RV waste station at the
Palisades Dam Power Plant located at the northern end of the
Palisades Reservoir off US Rt. 26. There is no fee and no
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): 6
No. Threaded: 6
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Flat Rock
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, from intersection of Koeger/A2 and US Rt. 20,
take Rt. 20 north 3.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is about 24
miles north of campground.
The campground is composed of two sections: Lower - A and Upper -
B. Section A is on a hillside and is the nearest to Henry's Fork
of the Snake River. Some of the campsites in this section
overlook the river and are the most open with tent pads. Section B
loops through a stand of Lodgepole pine. Most of the sites are
shaded with parking aprons larger than the lower section. There
are grey water disposal stations and electric hook-ups at some of
the sites in this section. The understory is grass and wildflowers.
Traffic noise from US Rt. 20 can be distracting. Nature walks
are held Saturday evenings; check fee board for locations, time
and subject. Boat rentals, showers and laundry available at
intersection of S. Big Spring Ave. and US Rt. 20 in Island Park, ID.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
$26 per day - electric
$52 per day - double site w/electric
NOTE: Golden Age/Access Passport not honored on sites
with electric hookup
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 38
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 38
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 9
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt or paved. There is an RV waste
station at intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20. The
fee is $5 and there is potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 8
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: McCoy Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Wyoming
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, WY, take US Rt. 89 south 2.4 miles to campground
sign (Forest Rt. 87). Turn right at sign onto Rt. 87 (gravel)
and go 6.7 miles to first section of campground or continue
another 0.3 miles to lower or second section.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground is composed of two widely separated sections. The
first section is very small (5 camping sites) with heavy
middlestory and overstory of mixed conifers and shrubs. The
interior road in this section is very tight making it well suited
for tenters. The second or lower section of the campground
stretches out along the Palisades Reservoir's southwestern
shoreline. This section contains all the pull-throughs and boat
ramp with most of the camping sites having a view of the
reservoir. A heavy middlestory in both sections provides
excellent privacy.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
NOTE: The campground is in the Caribou National Forest and physically
located in Idaho. It is administered by the Palisades Ranger District,
Targhee National Forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 27 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 5
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and grass. The aprons tend to be
uneven and eroded. There is an RV waste station in Alpine
Junction at the Chevron gas station, intersection of US Rt. 89
and US Rt. 26. There is no fee and no 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): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
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:
The Palisades Reservoir is 1.2 million acres. Although there is
sailing, launching a sailboat at the campground's boat ramp could
be difficult. The reservoir is used for irrigation which can
reduce its depth considerably during the summer months. Check
with the Palisades Ranger District Office for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: McCrea Bridge
VISIT DATE: 08/10/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, at intersection of US Rt. 20 and County Rt.
A2 (Kilgore-Yale Rd.), take Kilgore-York Rd. west 2.1 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,353 ft.
The campground, located adjacent to an inlet of the Island Park
Reservoir, is composed of two loops - A and B. One loop is
closer to the reservoir with some sites overlooking the inlet.
Lodgepole pine are sparsely scattered throughout the campground.
Grass, wildflowers and sagebrush comprise the understory. The
camping sites are mostly in the open. The parking aprons in Loop
B tend to be longer. There are private residences located across
the inlet.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are two RV waste stations.
One is at the intersection of S Big Springs Ave and US Rt. 20 in
Island Park, ID. The fee is $5 and there is potable water. The
other, with potable water and no fee, is located at the southern end
of Island Park off US Rt. 20 near mile marker 382.
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: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
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:
Island Park Reservoir is 11,000 acres. Boats can be moored at
courtesy docks
The reservoir is used for irrigation. During summer months the
depth can be reduced considerably. Check with the Ashton-Island
Park Ranger District Office for water level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mike Harris
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Teton Basin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Victor
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Victor, ID, take State Rt. 33 south 3.5 miles to campground
sign (Forest Rt. 350). Turn right after the sign onto Rt. 350
(gravel) and go 0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.
NOTE: The Granite Entrance to Grand Teton National Park is 22 miles
east of campground.
The campground is a single loop through a stand of Douglas fir and
other conifers. The camping sites are nicely shaded and well spaced
providing good privacy. Young Douglas fir, scattered throughout the
campground, seem to be waiting for a string of Christmas lights.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
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: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
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
Mikesell Canyon Trail #049 (foot, horse & mountain bike) - 8 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Teton Basin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Victor
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Victor, ID, take State Rt. 31 west 6.1 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
The campground stretches up through a stand of mixed conifers as
a single lane that loops around near State Rt. 31. An understory
of wild roses and other shrubs plus well-spaced camping sites,
provide good privacy. Traffic noise from State Rt. 31 is evident
throughout the campground. The campground is a nice overnight
stop in route to or from Yellowstone and Grand Teton National
Parks.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
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: 15' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Riverside
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Island Park, ID, take US Rt. 20 south 6.2 miles to
campground sign (Forest Rt. 304). Turn at sign onto Rt. 304 and
go 0.8 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.
The campground is composed of three loops - A, B and C. Loop A
stretches along Henry's Fork of the Snake River with most camping
sites adjacent to the river. The parking aprons are paved and
there is little shade. Loop B meanders away from the river
through a stand of scattered Lodgepole pine. The tables and
grilles are on cement pads next to paved parking aprons. Many of
the sites are pull-throughs. Loop C has the most rustic camping
sites with no cement or pavement to be found. This loop enjoys
the most shade, however, from mature pines. The sound of the
river can be heard throughout the campground. Firewood is
available for a fee. Nature walks are offered on the weekends;
check the fee board for subject, time and place.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through September 23
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 55
Total Sites: 55
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 55
No. Grilles on Sites: 55
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 23
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 46'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved and others are gravel. There are two
RV waste stations. One, with potable water and no fee, is at the
south end of Island Park, ID off US Rt. 20 near mile marker 382.
The other, with potable water and $5 fee, is located at north
end of Ashton, ID in the Ashton Visitor Center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 13
No. Threaded: 9
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Riverside Park
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Palisades
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Irwin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Irwin, ID, take US Rt. 26 east 1.5 miles to Palisades Dam
Power Plant sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.4 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,300 ft.
The campground, located near the base of the Palisades Dam at the
northern end of the Palisades Reservoir, stretches along the
northern bank of the Snake River in open fields dotted with
clusters of Cottonwoods and willow shrubs. Being right off US Rt. 26,
the campground is good for an overnight stay.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
NOTE: The campground is "owned" by the U.S. Dept. of the
Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, and administered by the
Palisades Ranger District, Targhee National Forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 23
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day - single
plus $3 per day for electric hookup
$30 per day - double
plus $3 per day for electric hookup
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 5
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The campground is about 1.5 miles from the 1.2 million-acre
Palisades Reservoir (and boat ramp) where most water sports are
possible. The reservoir is used for irrigation which can reduce
its depth considerably during the summer months. Check with the
Palisades Ranger District Office for depth level.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Cutthroat and Brown trout in the Snake River and at the Palisades
Reservoir.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stoddard Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/12/2000
UPDATE DATE: 11/4/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Dubois
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Dubois
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Dubois, ID, take Interstate 15 north 17.4 miles to Exit 184
(Stoddard Creek Area). Turn off at Exit 184, then turn left at
stop sign onto Forest Rt. 002. Go 1 mile to campground sign. Turn
left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Access to the section on top of the hill is steep. Could
be a challenge for large rigs.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
The campground has two sections. One section is to the right of the
campground entrance along the base of a hill. The camping sites in
this section are slightly larger than the second section with cement
pads for the table, grilles and tents. The second section is on top
of the hill and is composed of one loop and a spur. These sites have
a more rustic, less manicured feel. Young Aspen and wallflowers abound
in this section. Both sections are shaded by Douglas fir. The
understory and middlestory are minimal resulting in little privacy
between camping sites. The section at the base of the hill attracts
the overnight camper off the Interstate while sites in the hilltop
section are most often occupied by the longer-term camper. The nearby
6-mile Stoddard-Van Noy multi-use trail is a popular destination for
many of the campers with ATVs. The campground is convenient to I-84
but without all the traffic noise.
The nearby community of Spencer to see the local Fire Opals, is a
possible day trip.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day through September 23
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $13 per day
$26 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
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: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
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: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
The Stoddard-Van Noy #177 (multi-use) is nearby - 6 miles.
Provides access to a network of multi-use trails.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Teton Canyon
VISIT DATE: 08/14/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Teton Basin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Driggs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Driggs, ID, at intersection of State Rt. 55/Main St. and
Little, take Little east 1 mile to a "Y" intersection. Bear left
onto Ski Hill Rd. (this road will change name several times but
retain "hill" in all the names) and go 7.7 miles to campground
sign (Forest Rt. 009). Turn right at sign onto Rt. 009 (gravel)
and go 4.3 miles to another campground sign. Turn right at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,200 ft.
NOTE: (1) Granite Entrance to Grand Teton National Park is 45 miles
east of campground; and (2) the campground is physically located in Wyoming.
The campground, located at the edge of Jedediah Smith Wilderness
and near the backside of the Grand Teton National Park, is a
large loop through two very different environments. The first
part winds through a very dense Douglas fir grove of trees along
the Teton Creek. The area is darkly shaded with little
understory away from the creek's bank. The other part or section
is in an open field with lots of wildflowers and a few Aspen.
The towering cliffs and mountains can be seen only from this
section. The scenic setting and two challenging trails that
begin next to the campground make this campground one of the more
popular in the area. For the drive to the campground, the Grand
Teton National Park's three dominating peaks are prominent on the
skyline.
Equestrian facilities are located 0.1 miles west of the
campground with large parking lot, corrals and potable water.
Several nice "quiet" rock climbing areas can be found near the
campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 24 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$24 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: Yes
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: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is an RV waste station at
the Chevron gas station located 0.25 miles north of Driggs, ID
(north of airport). The fee is $3 and there is no potable water.
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: 3
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
North Teton Trail #024 (foot & horse) - 7.8 miles
South Teton Trail #027 (foot & horse) - 10.3 miles
Accesses Jedediah Smith Wilderness and Grand Teton National Park.
FISHING
Brook and Yellowstone Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Trail Creek
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Teton Basin
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Victor
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Victor, ID, take State Rt. 33 south 5.4 miles to campground
sign. Turn right after sign into campground.
NOTE: State Rt. 33 becomes State Rt. 22 when it crosses into Wyoming.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
NOTE: The campground is physically located in Wyoming.
The campground stretches along Trail Creek and Wyoming State Rt.
22 under large spruce trees and other conifers. Traffic on Rt.
22 is light so the sound of the creek is heard throughout the
campground. Several camping sites back up to the creek. The
grass understory limits privacy. The campground is a nice
overnight stop in route to or from Yellowstone and Grand Teton
National Parks.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
NOTE: Reduced to $6 per day if water source fails. Contact
Ranger District Office for additional information.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
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: 9
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 5
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Yellowstone Cutthroat and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Upper Coffee Pot
VISIT DATE: 08/08/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Island Park
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Island Park, ID, from intersection of Koeger/A2 and US Rt. 20,
take Rt. 20 north 3.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at
sign onto gravel road and go 1.1 miles to a "Y" intersection
(Forest Rt. 311). Bear right onto Rt. 311 and go 0.4 miles to
another campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground stretches along a floatable section of Henry's
Fork of the Snake River. Some camping sites are adjacent to the
river and all have a view of the river. Most of the sites are in
the open with Lodgepole pine providing some shade to sites at
either end of the campground. The campground is ideal for
anglers who can step from some of the sites into the river or to
its bank. The understory is grass and wildflowers and privacy
between camping sites is minimal. Nature walks are held Saturday
evenings; check fee board for locations, time and subject. Boat
rentals, showers and laundry available at intersection of S. Big
Spring Ave. and US Rt. 20 in Island Park, ID.
This is bear country; practice safe food-storage techniques.
Use the provided bear-proof food storage boxes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 29
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - no electric hookups
$26 per day - single, electric hookups
$52 per day - double, electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 8
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 46'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is an RV waste station
with potable water, available for a fee, at intersection of
S Ave. and US Rt. 20.
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: 3
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Coffee Pot Rapids Trail (foot) - 2 miles
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Warm River
VISIT DATE: 08/09/2000
UPDATE DATE: 9/24/2020
STATE: Idaho
REGION: Intermountain
RANGER DISTRICT: Ashton-Island Park
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ashton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Ashton, ID, take State Rt. 47 east 8.2 miles to campground
sign. Bear right and go 0.4 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,200 ft.
The campground, divided into two family sections which are
separated by a small bridge, stretches out along a shore of the
Warm River. A group area is located between the two sections
where a number of tent sites are also located. The first section
has older, larger trees (Weeping willows), gravel aprons, and a
gentle slopping bank. The second section, located above the river,
has little shade, paved aprons, and tables and grilles anchored in
cement. The campground's appearance is manicured with nicely
trimmed lawns and trees. The Warm River is a gentle flowing river
providing excellent float or tubing activities for the whole family.
There are several hiking trails nearby with the Upper and Lower Mesa
Falls available for a day trip. All the tent sites are walk-ins.
While the majority of the tent sites are located near the group area,
there are some that are more secluded and private in the second section.
Most of the camping sites are either adjacent to or overlook the
river. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open 1st weekend in May through September 29
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: Yes
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 46'
Comments:
There are paved and gravel parking aprons. There is an RV waste
station located at the north end of Ashton, ID at the Ashton
Visitor Center. The fee is $3 and there is potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
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): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Warm River is 52 degrees year-round and is a nice family
floating river.
HIKING
The Railroad Right of Way Trail #001 (foot & horse) - 3 miles
FISHING
Rainbow and Cutthroat trout - there is a wheelchair friendly
fishing dock
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