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Grayback

Grayback is located near Idaho City in the Boise National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas with a mix of pine trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the historic Idaho City and the scenic trails of the Boise National Forest.

Description

US Forest Service

Boise National Forest

Overview

Grayback Campground is located 36 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, just off scenic Highway 21. Historic Idaho City is just two miles north of the campground. Visitors enjoy fishing in Mores Creek and exploring the Grayback Gulch Trail.

Recreation

Mores Creek can be accessed just below the campground. Anglers fish for whitefish and rainbow trout. Grayback Loop Trail begins within the site, offering a 1-mile footpath for hikers. Numerous trail opportunities are in the area just north of Idaho City, where hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicles can be enjoyed. During the winter, the area becomes a playground for back country skiers and snowmobiles.

Facilities

The group campground contains two group sites with picnic and serving tables, grills, campfire circles and paved site pads. Site A can accommodate up to 150 people and 20 vehicles, and site B can accommodate up to 100 people and 15 vehicles. Both sites can be reserved at the same time, for even larger groups. The group sites share one accessible bathroom facility that has a men's and women's side, each with four stalls. There is also an accessible hand pump for drinking water and a dumpster that is shared between the two sites.The campground hosts 15 single sites and 3 double sites, each equipped with a paved parking spot, picnic table, lantern hook, and campfire ring. Three vault toilets, a two accessible hand pumps for drinking water, and dumpster are provided in the campground.__Sites 2, 4, 7, 8, 11, and 15 are not listed on Recreation.gov and are first-come-first-serve.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on a hillside about a quarter-mile above Highway 21, at an elevation of 4,200 feet. A Ponderosa Pine forest covers the site, offering partial shade. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant in the area. Mores Creek flows nearby, down the hillside from the campground

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (208) 392-6681.

Nearby Attractions

Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, snakes along Mores Creek to Mores Creek Summit, Gold Fork and Banner Ridge, offering historic sites, hot springs pools and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest along the way to the campground. The campground is only 2 miles away from historic Idaho City, which is an old gold mining town that hosts multiple restaurants, bars, shops, a vistor center, and a museum.

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Location

Grayback is located in Idaho

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Directions

From Boise, take State Highway 21 north for 36 miles. Campground access road is located on the east side of the road, between mileposts 36 and 37. Turn right and travel a quarter-mile to the campground.

Coordinates

43.8072222 N
115.8647222 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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  • Standard (Tent/RV)
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Features

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  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 27, 2023

Terrific campground near Idaho City

The tall pines provided ample shade from the hot August sun. The sight was very clean and accessible. We went to the rodeo and had a great time visiting.

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Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Sep. 1, 2019

Great Spot in nature, one hour from Boise

THE BRIDGE IS OPEN.  Grayback aka Grayback Gulch CG was closed for a few seasons while the bridge entering the park was replaced.  Pros: I like this little CG; good spacing between sites, clean toilets, potable water and plenty of hiking and fishing opportunities nearby.   I can leave Boise and be on-site in about an hour. Cons: It's close enough to Hwy 21 that you can hear the bigger trucks, very popular ATV/UTV trail head, so expect a little noise and road dust.

SiteI've stayed at several sites.
Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Grayback?

Camping at Grayback can cost between $15.00 and $200.00 depending on the site.

Does Grayback have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Grayback has water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Grayback?

Grayback allows vehicles up to 85 feet.

Are fires allowed at Grayback?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Grayback, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Grayback?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Grayback?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Grayback. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Grayback, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Grayback?

There are 14 campsites at Grayback and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts