Established Camping
Brownlee
Brownlee camping area is located near Cambridge, Idaho, within the Payette National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas and open spaces, providing a mix of natural settings. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer, and nearby attractions include Hells Canyon and the Snake River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
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.
Location
Brownlee 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
Detours Nearby
Blackhorse Campground
1 hr 23 min away
Fish Lake Campground
1 hr 48 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 53 min from Boise
- 3 hrs 35 min from Lewiston
- 3 hrs 54 min from Walla Walla
- 4 hrs 9 min from Kennewick
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Pets
