This boat-in campground within Payette National Forest requires watercraft access across Brownlee Reservoir. The US Forest Service manages this forested site with no developed amenities beyond fire rings, keeping costs at $10 or less per night during the May through October season. Pets accompany campers to this lakeside location.
One recent visitor found the area uncrowded during an October stay, noting the lack of facilities but confirming campfires remain permitted. The remote access method naturally limits visitor numbers compared to roadside alternatives. Campers seeking drive-up convenience might consider Woodhead Park northwest across the water.
Description
Overview
This 11-unit campground is located in Ponderosa pine trees offering shade on a hot summer day. Sites are located a few miles off the main Hwy 71, so it is peaceful and quiet. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
No hook-ups. Potable water for cooking and drinking is available on-site. Sixteen foot limit for RVs.
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Location
Public CampgroundBrownlee is located in Idaho
Directions
Sixteen miles northwest of Cambridge on Hwy 71, one mile east on Road #044.
Coordinates
44.738505 N
116.820177 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Pets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 53 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 35 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 54 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 4 hrs 9 min from Kennewick, WA



