Set within the Caribou National Forest, Malad Summit Campground sits along a creek-fed canyon roughly 20 minutes from the main highway via forest roads. The drive requires navigating rougher access roads, but campers report the remote setting makes the journey worthwhile. Each of the established sites includes picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, with water hookups available during the main season from May through October.
The campground accommodates RVs up to 125 feet and provides drinking water and restrooms during peak season. A creek runs through the canyon, creating pools where campers can cool off and offering fishing opportunities after the annual trout stocking before Memorial Day weekend. The terrain mixes forested areas with more open sections, providing both shade and sunny spots depending on site selection.
After September 15th, the campground becomes free to use, though amenities like running water shut down for the season. dallas H. notes "Also, no more running water either" during the late fall period, advising campers to bring their own supplies. Dispersed camping options exist up the same road for those seeking even more solitude or when established sites fill up.
The location works well for campers comfortable with forest road access who want creek-side camping and fishing opportunities within places to camp near Caribou National Forest.
Description
Overview
Malad Summit Campground is situated next to Mill Creek, just 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding on the area's many trails.
Recreation
Mill Creek offers cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing. Numerous trails begin nearby, including the 12-mile multi-use Summit Trail, which connects with Farmers Canyon, East Elkhorn and Wright Creek trails. Old Canyon and South Canyon trails begin a short distance from the campground.
Facilities
The campground is open year-round and contains one large group site that can accommodate up to 125 people. It is equipped with large picnic tables, a serving table, a grill, a campfire ring with benches, tent pads and a gravel parking area._The campground has first-come, first-serve campsites and reservable campsites. Visitors can first check with the campground host for available campsites. If the campground host is not available, visitors must check if the campsite is occupied, and if available pay at the fee tube. Single-family campsites and one double site campsite are also available within the campground. Each campsite is equipped with a table, campfire ring, and grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Security is provided by the host and periodic patrols by the county sheriff.__Malad Summit Campground is managed by Pinnacle Parks Llc under a special use permit with the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. For questions please contact 208-757-3999 between the hours of 8am and 9pm..
Natural Features
The campground is settled in a dense forest of maple trees, which offer plentiful shade. Stately Douglas fir trees dot the landscape. The campground receives snow throughout the winter.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (208) 757-3999.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMalad Summit Campground is located in Idaho near Downey
Directions
From Malad, travel north on Interstate 15 for 11 miles, to exit 22, Devil Creek Reservoir. Continue just over 3 miles north on Highway 191. Turn west and cross the highway on Forest Road 041 and continue just over 3 miles on a maintained gravel road, to the campground.
Address
4350 CLIFFS DRIVE
Pocatello, ID 83204
Coordinates
42.3502778 N
112.2758333 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 58 min from Pocatello, ID
- 1 hr 3 min from Logan, UT
- 1 hr 16 min from Ogden, UT
- 1 hr 30 min from Idaho Falls, ID
