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Bennett Springs

4 Reviews

Bennett Springs, near Albion, Idaho, is a charming spot for those looking to escape into nature without the frills. This campground offers a few basic sites where you can pitch a tent or park your RV, making it a straightforward choice for a night under the stars.

Visitors have raved about the peaceful surroundings, with wildflowers blooming and a lovely creek nearby. One camper described it as a “hidden gem,” perfect for a quiet retreat. The area is great for families, especially with kids who can splash around in the creek while you relax nearby.

While the amenities are minimal—no drinking water or electric hookups—campers appreciate the simplicity and the chance to connect with nature. The trails around the campground provide a nice opportunity for a leisurely hike, and the cool mountain air is a welcome relief from the heat of the valley below.

If you're looking for a no-frills camping experience where you can unwind and enjoy the outdoors, Bennett Springs is worth a visit. Just be prepared for a bit of a drive to get there, and remember to bring your own supplies since there’s no market nearby.

Description

US Forest Service

Sawtooth National Forest

Bennett Springs Campground is a primitive, non-fee, non-reservation campground located in the Albion Mountains. It is composed of 6 campsites that can accommodate up to 8 visitors per campsite. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June through October and campground amenities include chemical toilets. Fishing is available in the creek. Drinking water is not available. The campground is well suited for tent camping.

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Location

Bennett Springs is located in Idaho

Directions

From Malta go west and north 11 miles on ID 77, then 5 miles west on Forest Road #549.

Coordinates

42.3260005 N
113.60300054 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Unknown
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Good
AT&T
Available
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin
Equestrian

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Drive Time

1 hr 24 min from Twin Falls
1 hr 36 min from Pocatello
2 hrs 9 min from Logan
2 hrs 10 min from Idaho Falls

colin

Scout

Reviewed May. 11, 2024

Snow

Took the long drive up and arrived at the campground at night. Didn’t see the snow and almost got stuck. Currently (5/10/24) there is snow blocking the entrance and impassible.

Month of VisitMay

Laurie

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 17, 2021

Hidden gem

We found this site on the Dyrt in looking for a stopover between Park city Utah and Boise Idaho. Wow, Bennet Springs is a hidden gem! We took the site at the eastern end and felt like we had the place to ourselves. Nice trail along the creek and wildflowers everywhere. The road is visible from camp but it it little traveled.

SiteEast end

Month of VisitJuly

Michael J.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 31, 2018

Hidden respite

A surprise little campground in a mountain pass between two plains. The altitude gain is enough to get some cool air if you are down in the valley and hot. It's a nice basic campground, nothing fancy but it's pretty.

Month of VisitSeptember

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Angela S.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 29, 2018

Small but free!

When we can't get to the top of Mt. Harrison because there's still snow there, but we're itching to go camping, we come to Bennett Springs. It only has 4 sites but it is free and it has a bathroom. Our favorite site has a little creek right next to it. Great for kids to play in. There's also a trail that goes along the creek which starts at the bottom most campsite. There's another trail that goes up to Pomerelle Ski resort parking lot. It would get a 5 rating if the campsites had better shade....