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Casino Creek Campground

Stanley, Idaho · Camping

Casino Creek Campground near Stanley offers camping along the Salmon River. The Forest Service lists September 21 as its seasonal closing date.

Admission
$18/night single site with one vehicle; $36 double with two; $9 additional vehicle
Hours
Normally May–September; published closing date September 21
Parking
Off-street parking
Restrooms
Vault toilets during normal operations
Access
Specific accessible campsite features are not documented
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ 19 campsites
  • 🎣 River fishing
  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🧺 Picnic tables
  • 🐴 Horse facilities at selected sites

💡 Good to Know

  • Sites are first come, first served. Sites 18 and 19 are tent-only; sites 12–14 have livestock tethers. The Forest Service lists two double sites without identifying their numbers.
  • Drinking water is listed during normal operations. Confirm closure and water service before traveling.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Diamondfield Jack Campground

Twin Falls, Idaho · Camping

Diamondfield Jack Campground and Picnic Area sits at the end of paved Rock Creek Road in the South Hills, with camping and winter recreation in the Sawtooth National Forest.

Admission
Single campsite $8/night
Hours
Year-round access, subject to snow and road conditions
Parking
Gravel campsite spurs and parking area
Restrooms
Wheelchair-accessible vault toilets
Access
Accessible toilets; individual campsite and trail access varies
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Tent and RV camping
  • 🧺 Picnic tables and fire rings
  • 🛖 Warming shelter
  • 🥾 Nearby multi-use trails
  • ❄️ Winter snow play

💡 Good to Know

  • Bring supplies and check road conditions and seasonal drinking-water service with the Minidoka Ranger District at 208-678-0430.
  • The Forest Service limits each site to two vehicles on the gravel spurs. Its campground restrictions prohibit horses, despite a contradictory generic amenities field.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Copper Creek/Garfield Campground

Bellevue, Idaho · Camping

Copper Creek/Garfield Campground has eight primitive campsites in the Copper Creek canyon of the Sawtooth National Forest.

Admission
Free camping; no reservations
Hours
Generally accessible May–October
Parking
Road and campsite access need confirmation
Restrooms
Vault toilet
Access
Primitive campground; accessible-site details are not published
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Eight campsites
  • 🎣 Stream fishing
  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🧺 Picnic tables
  • 🔥 Fire rings
  • 🐎 Hitching posts and stock access

💡 Good to Know

  • Sites cannot be reserved. Bring all drinking water: the Forest Service confirms there is no potable water at the campground.
  • The usual access season is May–October, subject to weather and road conditions. Contact the Ketchum Ranger District at 208-622-5371 before a late-season trip.

Forest Service campground information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Chinook Bay Campground

Stanley, Idaho · Camping

Chinook Bay Campground sits beside Little Redfish Lake near Stanley. The Forest Service lists September 21 as its seasonal closing date.

Admission
Check the current Sawtooth National Recreation Area camping fees
Hours
Normally May–September; published closing date September 21
Parking
Off-street parking
Restrooms
Flush toilets during normal operations
Access
Specific accessible campsite features are not documented
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ 13 campsites
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • 🛶 Non-motorized paddling
  • 🥾 Nearby hiking
  • 🧺 Picnic tables

💡 Good to Know

  • All sites are first come, first served. Motorized watercraft are not allowed on Little Redfish Lake.
  • Drinking water and flush toilets are listed for normal operations; confirm seasonal service before arriving.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Chaparral Campground

Featherville, Idaho · Camping

Chaparral Campground near Featherville offers riverside camping along the South Fork Boise River.

Admission
$6/night single site; $12/night double. Fees collected mid-May–October 31
Hours
Normally May–September, depending on conditions
Parking
Current parking details are not confirmed
Restrooms
Vault toilets
Access
Specific accessible campsite features are not documented
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Seven single and three double sites
  • 🎣 River fishing
  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🧺 Picnic tables
  • 🔥 Fire rings

💡 Good to Know

  • Sites are first come, first served. Bring drinking water; none is available at the campground.
  • The Forest Service identifies a seasonal water source near Baumgartner, nine miles east, but it shuts off around the first hard freeze. Do not rely on it without checking.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Willow Creek Campground

Mountain Home, Idaho · Camping

Willow Creek Campground in the Mountain Home Ranger District lies along the Middle Fork Boise River near the north end of Arrowrock Reservoir. Nine campsites provide a rustic riverside stay.

Admission
No fee listed
Hours
Open for use with reduced services as of October 5, 2026; weather and road access may limit visits
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Toilet cleaning and paper stocking are limited; bring your own supplies
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Nine campsites
  • Picnic tables and fire rings
  • Vault toilet
  • River and reservoir scenery

💡 Good to Know

  • The Forest Service lists no camping fee and no drinking water. Bring your own water and check current fire restrictions.
  • The general seasonal description is late May–late September, but the October 5, 2026 current-conditions notice says the campground remains open for use with reduced services. Snow or road conditions can prevent access.
  • Use the corrected location 43.64446, -115.75348 on Forest Road 268. The road is narrow and can be rough; check conditions before the drive.

Source information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The Forest Service marks Willow Creek Campground partially closed but says it remains open for use without regular services, including limited toilet cleaning and paper stocking. The October 5, 2026 notice lists no fee. Bring drinking water and supplies and check road conditions.

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Swinging Bridge Campground

Banks, Idaho · Camping

Swinging Bridge Campground offers shaded campsites beside the Highway 55 corridor north of Banks. The North Fork Payette River is nearby, but river recreation requires experience and separate planning.

Admission
Camping rates and booking terms need confirmation
Hours
Closed as of the Forest Service September 29, 2026 update; reopening unconfirmed
Parking
Paved campsite parking spurs; confirm vehicle fit
Restrooms
Vault toilets; seasonal service
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Single-family campsites
  • Picnic tables and fire rings
  • Paved campground roads and parking spurs
  • Vault toilets
  • Seasonal drinking water

💡 Good to Know

  • The Forest Service marks the campground closed, with its status updated September 29, 2026. A reopening date is not confirmed; check the official campground page before planning a stay.
  • Highway traffic noise should be expected. The source gives differing mileages north of Banks, so use the official campground location and road signs.
  • Do not assume the nearby whitewater is suitable for casual family swimming or beginner boating. Check fire restrictions and bring supplies.

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Black Rock Campground

Idaho City, Idaho · Camping, Pools & Swimming

The Forest Service October 5 update lists post-season access until snow, without regular services. Black Rock Campground sits among ponderosa pines along the North Fork Boise River, about 20 miles from Idaho City.

Admission
Normal single-site rate $15/night; current post-season fee not specified
Hours
Accessible until closed by snow, according to the current Forest Service notice
Parking
Dirt parking spurs; access roads can be rough
Restrooms
Vault toilets; no toilet-cleaning service during the post-season
Access
Accessible vault toilet and water-pump facilities are listed for normal operations; dirt roads and parking. Water and regular toilet service are unavailable now
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages
Food available
No

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ 11 single campsites
  • 🧺 Picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern hook at each site
  • 🎣 Rainbow trout fishing in the North Fork Boise River
  • 🏊 Swimming holes within a short distance
  • 🥾 Nearby hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and dirt-biking trails

💡 Good to Know

  • The October 5 post-season notice replaces the earlier Crooked Fire closure information. Check current forest alerts before traveling.
  • Water service is unavailable for the post-season. Bring all drinking water.
  • Official sources disagree on trash collection. Plan to pack out all waste.
  • The approach includes about 18 miles on Forest Road 327 with washboard and potholes. The nearest cell service is in Idaho City.
  • Keep pets leashed and obey fire restrictions. Watch for rattlesnakes around rocks, particularly near campsite 1.

Official information: Official listing · Reservations and alerts

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The Forest Service page updated October 5 says the campground is accessible until snow, with no water or toilet-cleaning service. Bring all drinking water and supplies. The notice does not confirm a different post-season camping rate.

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Bonneville Campground

Lowman, Idaho · Camping

Bonneville Campground near Lowman overlooks Warm Springs Creek, with wooded campsites and a nearby hot-spring trail.

Admission
No camping fees under the current post-season Forest Service notice; check the policy for your travel date
Hours
Open for post-season use; check snow, road and gate conditions before traveling
Parking
Maximum two vehicles at single sites and four at the double site; extra-vehicle charges apply
Restrooms
Vault toilets are not cleaned or restocked with toilet paper during the post-season
Access
Several accessible single-family campsites; the hot-spring trail is not established as accessible
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Seasonal
Food available
Food service has not been confirmed; plan meals separately

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏕️ Shaded campsites
  • 🌲 Ponderosa pine forest
  • 🥾 Hiking nearby
  • ♨️ Hot-spring area nearby
  • 🦌 Wildlife viewing

💡 Good to Know

  • No water, trash or toilet services are provided after September 30, according to the Forest Service. Confirm service availability before traveling and bring drinking water.
  • There are no electric, water or sewer hookups at individual campsites.
  • A quarter-mile trail leads toward Bonneville Hot Springs. Check current forest alerts and conditions before using the trail or springs.

Official information · Forest Service fees and location

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The Forest Service page, updated October 5, allows post-season use without camping fees. Water pumps are locked, and toilet cleaning and toilet paper are not provided. Bring all drinking water and supplies and pack out trash.

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Sunny Gulch Campground

Stanley, Idaho · Camping

Sunny Gulch Campground sits beside the Salmon River near Stanley, with mountain views and access to nearby trails. A picnic shelter can support an arranged group gathering.

Admission
Paid camping and shelter arrangements; check current rates
Hours
Weather-dependent camping season
Parking
Paved campsite spurs; extra-vehicle rules apply
Restrooms
Vault toilets; seasonal service
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Campsites
  • Group picnic shelter
  • Picnic and cooking facilities
  • Vault toilets
  • Seasonal drinking water
  • Paved roads and parking spurs

💡 Good to Know

  • The campground is about three miles south of Stanley along Highway 75. Opening and closing dates depend on weather.
  • Check reservations and site dimensions; first-come sites are obtained in person. Extra vehicles may incur charges.
  • The river is next to the campground, while lake boating facilities are at other destinations. Supervise children near the water and check fire restrictions.

Source information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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