Accessible via well-graded roads, Birch Creek Campground operates 25 first-come, first-served sites from May through September on Bureau of Land Management land. Every site sits along Birch Creek and includes a picnic table and fire pit. The campground provides drinking water and multiple toilet buildings spread throughout the area. Route 28 runs parallel to the creek several hundred feet away, though the creek's sound masks traffic noise.
Big rigs can navigate the campground roads without difficulty. Pets are not permitted at this location. The forested setting provides creek access for fishing, making it well-suited to RV campers seeking camping near BLM Land — Upper Snake Field Office with water-based recreation opportunities.
Description
This campground includes approximately 25 campsites with amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms, located along Birch Creek. Additionally, there are a variety of large undeveloped camping areas without picnic tables or fire rings south of the middle access (Find map link below). The campground provides easy access for fishing and can serve as a base camp to recreate in Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Amateur anglers and seasoned fly fishing experts will find an abundance of brook and rainbow trout, with some brown trout. At the main entrance, a stop on the Nez Perce National Historic Trail features interpretive panels that explain some of the tragic history of the area. There are no fees associated with this site (except for group reservations). There are 4 group sites available for reservation at $35/night. Reservations must be made 7 days in advance by calling the Upper Snake Field Office at 208-524-7500 or in person at 1405 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls Idaho 83401. Group Site 1: Accommodates groups of 20-30 people and about 4 trailers plus multiple vehicles. It has a steel fire ring, picnic table and is adjacent to a restroom. Group Site 2: Accommodates groups of 30-40 people and about 6 trailers plus multiple vehicles. It has a steel fire ring, picnic table and is adjacent to a restroom. Group Site 3: Accommodates groups of 100 people or more with many trailers and vehicles. It is close to a restroom but does not have a steel fire ring or picnic tables. Group Site 4: Accommodates 100 or more people with many trailers and vehicles. Large groups are advised to rent additional portable toilets or use the facilities in their camper. This site does not have steel fire rings or picnic tables.
Fee Info
$35 per night for group site reservation only. Otherwise, donations accepted
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Location
Public CampgroundBirch Creek Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Leadore, go south on ID-28 about 50 miles. From Idaho Falls, Take I-15 north to ID-33 west. Drive through town of Mud Lake and take ID-28 north about 29 miles. Campground will be on the left.
Address
Bureau of Land ManagementIdaho Falls Field Office1405 Hollipark Drive
Idaho falls, ID 83401
Coordinates
44.13916224 N
112.8999904 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/25/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/25/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 58 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 1 hr 41 min from Pocatello, ID
- 2 hrs 40 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 28 min from Bozeman, MT


