Public Campground
Bull Trout Lake Campground
Bull Trout Lake Campground, near Lowman, Idaho, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the distractions of modern life. With spacious sites and stunning lake views, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
This campground is known for its beautiful surroundings, featuring plenty of trees and direct access to the lake, perfect for paddle boarding and kayaking. Visitors have raved about the privacy of the sites, with one camper noting, “We had a lakefront spot, tons of trees around, and enough space to have privacy from other campsites.”
While amenities are limited—there's no drinking water or electric hookups—there are clean vault toilets and a dumpster for waste disposal. Campers appreciate the simplicity, with one reviewer describing it as “a little slice of heaven.” Just remember to pack in what you need, as the nearest grocery store is about 45 minutes away.
For those who enjoy hiking, there are trails nearby that offer breathtaking views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Whether you’re camping in a tent, RV, or trying out glamping, Bull Trout Lake Campground provides a peaceful retreat where you can reconnect with nature and enjoy quality time with family and friends.
Description
Overview
Bull Trout Campground is located on the shores of beautiful Bull Trout Lake at an elevation of 6,900 feet. The lake offers great fishing and canoeing opportunities. Many trails for hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding are in the area. Only equestrian users may reserve equestrian sites.
Recreation
Bull Trout Lake offers excellent canoeing and kayaking opportunities, as the lake is for non-motorized watercraft only. Anglers fish for brook and rainbow trout. A primitive boat ramp is located on the west side of the lake. Martin Lake is nearby, offering canoeing and fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Many miles of trails can be found in the area, including the 11-mile Warm Spring Trail for hikers. The 35-mile Kirkham Ridge Trail is open to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking.
Facilities
This campground contains group, equestrian and single and double campsites, many of which are accessible. The group sites can accommodate up to 50 people each. Equestrian sites each contain a corral and large parking spur. Some sites are on the waterfront and have direct lake access, others have lake views. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are dirt. A campground host is on-site.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a mixed-growth forest of Douglas fir and lodgepole pine, which offers partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant.
Fee Info
There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.
Detours Nearby
Banner Creek Campground
3 min away
Lake View Campground
31 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 9 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 43 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 50 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 5 hrs 13 min from Lewiston, ID
Location
Bull Trout Lake Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Boise, Idaho, take State Street to Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway to Lowman. Take Highway 21 east to milepost 107. Turn left on Forest Road 520. Proceed on dirt road 2 miles to the campground.
Address
7359 Hwy 21
Lowman, ID 83637
Coordinates
44.2980083 N
115.2555167 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
