Within Boise National Forest, this US Forest Service campground operates seasonally from July through September at $12 per night. The facility accommodates RVs up to 50 feet with water hookups available, though reservations are recommended during the short mountain season. Located in forested terrain near a lake, the campground allows both pets and campfires while providing access to fishing opportunities. Campers can find pet-friendly campgrounds around Boise National Forest for extended stays. Riverside sits less than a mile northwest for those preferring different amenities.
Description
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBoise National Forest Barney's Campground is located in Idaho near Lowman
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
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
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, ID
- 4 hrs 48 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 5 hrs 37 min from Lewiston, ID
- 6 hrs 32 min from Walla Walla, WA
