Established Camping
Boise National Forest Barney's Campground
Boise National Forest Barney's Campground is situated near Lowman, Idaho, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Kirkham Hot Springs and the scenic Payette River, offering opportunities for relaxation and water activities.
Description
US Forest Service
Boise National Forest
Overview
Barneys Campground is located on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities at this site. Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.
Recreation
Because of its remote location, Deadwood Reservoir is quiet and unpopulated, making for great fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon, and rainbow and cutthroat trout. Boating, water skiing, canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake. A boat ramp is located about 2 miles away at Cozy Cove Campground.Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding are in the area.
Facilities
This primitive campground offers waterfront sites with direct shoreline access. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no electricity. Drinking water is provided nearby in the Hower's campground. Roads and parking spurs within the site are dirt.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a mixed-growth pine forest, which offers plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant. The entire campground affords views of the reservoir.
Fee Info
There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.
Location
Boise National Forest Barney's Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17 east (Banks-Lowman Highway) to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579. Continue on FR 579 to Deadwood Reservoir.
Address
7359 HIGHWAY 21
Lowman, ID 83637
Coordinates
44.3339167 N
115.6500722 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 4 min from Boise
- 4 hrs 48 min from Twin Falls
- 5 hrs 37 min from Lewiston
- 6 hrs 32 min from Walla Walla
