Established Camping
Howers Campground
Howers Campground is located in the Boise National Forest, featuring forested terrain with nearby rivers and mountains. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Visitors can explore Kirkham Hot Springs and the Sawtooth Wilderness, both accessible within an hour.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Boise National Forest
Overview
Howers Campground is located on the northeast shore of the scenic Deadwood Reservoir in western Idaho. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities in this remote area. 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, as well as rainbow and cutthroat trout. Boating, water skiing, canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake, and a boat ramp is located about two miles away at Cozy Cove Campground.Several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding wind around the lake shore and surrounding landscape.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a mixed-growth pine forest, offering plenty of shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant, and the campground affords sweeping views of the reservoir.
Fee Info
There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.
Location
Howers Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway east to Lowman. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579 and continue into the campground.
Address
7359 HWY 21
Lowman, ID 83637
Coordinates
44.3236111 N
115.6486111 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 1 min from Boise
- 4 hrs 45 min from Twin Falls
- 5 hrs 40 min from Lewiston
- 7 hrs 26 min from Walla Walla
