Bureau of Land Management maintains this free campground on rough access roads near Herd Lake in Idaho's high country. The no-pets policy sets it apart from most BLM sites in the region. Campers find fishing opportunities at both the adjacent lake and nearby creek, though the challenging road conditions require high-clearance vehicles or careful navigation in standard cars.
The BLM Herd Lake Campsite & Overlook sits less than half a mile away for those wanting additional options. Bring extra water and supplies, as the remote location means no services nearby.
Description
Herd Lake Campsite is adjacent to Jerry Peak-Jim McClure Wilderness. There is one (1) first come, first served campsite located 10 miles southeast of the East Fork Road on Herd Lake Road. The site is located about 1 mile north of Herd Lake, tucked down below the road and next to Herd Creek. The access road to the campsite is narrow with limited turn-around space. Use caution with trailers. A trail provides non-motorized access to the lake. Amenities include: 1 campsite with picnic table and fire ring, 1 vault toilet, trailhead to Herd Lake. This site has limited cell service and no potable water.
Fee Info
Campsites are first come, first served. Camping Fee: Free, Stay limit: 14 days.
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Location
Public CampgroundHerd Lake Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Challis, go 18 miles southwest on US 93 and ID 75, then 16 miles southeast on East Fork Road (Forest Road 120) and Herd Creek Road.
Address
Challis Field Office
721 East Main St Suite 8
Challis, ID 83226
Coordinates
44.09495 N
114.18173 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 32 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 48 min from Pocatello, ID
- 4 hrs 21 min from Boise, ID
- 4 hrs 25 min from Twin Falls, ID
