Established Camping
Boise National Forest Black Rock Campground
Boise National Forest Black Rock Campground, near Idaho City, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape into nature. With its beautiful sites spaced out along the river, it offers a peaceful retreat where you can truly unwind.
This campground is all about the basics, with vault toilets and a hand-crank water pump to keep things simple. Visitors have mentioned that the drive in can be a bit bumpy, but it’s manageable for most vehicles, and once you arrive, the scenery is worth it. As one camper noted, “You are nestled in the trees with a river below,” making it a great place for fishing and wading in the water.
If you’re up for some adventure, there are plenty of hiking trails nearby to explore. Just remember, this place is pretty remote—no cell service and no trash service means you’ll need to pack in and pack out. But for those who appreciate a quiet, natural setting, Black Rock Campground is a solid choice for a weekend getaway or a longer stay.
Description
US Forest Service
Boise National Forest
Overview
Black Rock Campground is located approximately 20 miles from Idaho City, on the North Fork Boise River, at an elevation of 4,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails.
Recreation
The North Fork Boise River offers rainbow trout fishing in a beautiful natural setting. Many swimming holes can be found within a short distance of the campground. Numerous trail opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking can be found in the vicinity.
Facilities
The campground contains 11 single campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern hook. Vault toilets, and drinking water are provided within the campground. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Garbage Collection is not provided.
Natural Features
The campground sits on the banks of the North Fork Boise River, where Ponderosa Pines tower over the area. Most campsites have partial shade, but little privacy from other campers. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the campground.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (208) 392-3700.
Location
Boise National Forest Black Rock Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Idaho City, travel north on State Highway 21 for about two miles, to the Granite Creek/Rabbit Creek Road No. 327. Turn right and travel east for 18 miles on Road No. 327, to the campground. Be advised- FS road 327 is a dirt road that is only graded a couple of times a year. It can get very rough with washboarding and potholes.
Address
P.O. BOX 129
Idaho city, ID 83631
Coordinates
43.7952778 N
115.5872222 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 51 min from Boise
- 3 hrs 25 min from Twin Falls
- 4 hrs 44 min from Pocatello
- 5 hrs 18 min from Idaho Falls
