Established Camping
BLM Herd Lake Campsite & Overlook
BLM Herd Lake Campsite & Overlook is near Challis, Idaho, surrounded by rugged terrain with open spaces and scattered vegetation. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Salmon River and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Location
BLM Herd Lake Campsite & Overlook is located in Idaho
Directions
Approximately 35 miles south of Challis, Idaho; 10 miles southeast of the East Fork Road on Herd Lake Road. From Challis, go 18 miles southwest on US 93 and ID 75, then 16 miles southeast on East Fork Road (Forest Road 120) and Herd Creek Road. The overlook is 1 mile further east on Herd Lake Road beyond the spur to the campsite.
Coordinates
44.09163358 N
114.17492797 W
Detours Nearby
Murdock Creek Dispersed
2 hrs 39 min away
North Fork Big Wood River dispersed #5
2 hrs 52 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 34 min from Idaho Falls
- 3 hrs 50 min from Pocatello
- 4 hrs 21 min from Twin Falls
- 4 hrs 38 min from Boise
Access
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