Broad Canyon Campground

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Within Challis National Forest, Broad Canyon Campground provides a no-fee camping option with vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. Campers need to bring their own water, as none is available on-site. The nearby Star Hope campground offers an old-fashioned water pump for filling containers.

The campground features mature trees suitable for hammock setup and maintains a low-traffic atmosphere with abundant firewood available from the surrounding area. A trailhead at the site leads to high mountain lakes and fishing opportunities. Those seeking additional options can explore places to camp around Mackay.

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Broad Canyon Campground is located in Idaho

Directions

From Mackay: Take US Highway 93 16 miles north of Mackay to the Trail Creek Road. Turn left on Trail Creek Road. Follow this road 18 miles to the Copper Basin Road. Turn left on the Copper Basin Road. Follow this road 13 miles to the Copper Basin Loop Road. Turn right on the Copper Basin Loop Road. Follow this road 7.5 miles to the Broad Canyon Road. Turn right on this road and follow it for 0.5 miles to the trailhead. From Sun Valley/Ketchum: Take Highway 75 (Main Street) to Sun Valley Road. Turn northeast onto Sun Valley Road. This road turns into the Trail Creek Road (closed in winter). Follow this road to the Copper Basin Road. Turn right onto the Copper Basin Road. Follow this road 13 miles to the Copper Basin Loop Road. Turn right on the Copper Basin Loop Road. Follow this road 7.5 miles to the Broad Canyon Road. Turn right on this road and follow it for 0.5 miles to the trailhead.

Coordinates

43.76786469 N
113.943535 W

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3 hrs 16 min from Idaho Falls, ID
3 hrs 28 min from Twin Falls, ID
3 hrs 32 min from Pocatello, ID
4 hrs 21 min from Boise, ID

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Kenny M.

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Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020

Good camping spot.

This is a free campground so I tried to rate it accordingly. First off it does not have water at this location. So you’ll need to bring your own. the next campground over (Star hope) has an old fashioned water pump where we always fill up our water coolers. The camp has a vault toilet, camp tables, and fire pits. There is always plenty of wood around as the area isn’t very busy. There are also trees big enough to use for hammocks if you like that. There is a great trailhead hence the campground name which is a great day hike or backpacking trail. The high mountain lakes are beautiful and the fishing is fun. Overall I like the campground a lot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Broad Canyon Campground located in Idaho?

Broad Canyon Campground is located in Idaho's scenic backcountry, positioned near the Star Hope campground area. It sits in a natural canyon setting, offering visitors a peaceful retreat in the Idaho wilderness. The campground is accessible by road, though specific directions should be verified with the managing agency before travel.

What amenities are available at Broad Canyon Campground?

Broad Canyon Campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets and camp tables. This is a free campground with minimal facilities. Importantly, there is no water available on-site, so campers must bring their own water supply. The nearby Star Hope campground has an old-fashioned water pump where campers can fill water containers if needed.

Is Broad Canyon Campground suitable for RVs?

Broad Canyon Campground has limited information regarding RV suitability. Given its remote location and basic amenities, it's likely best suited for smaller RVs or camper vans rather than large rigs. There are no hookups available, and road conditions may be challenging. Visitors planning to bring an RV should contact the managing agency for current access information and size restrictions.

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