Sitting above Redfish Lake in the Sawtooth National Forest, Mount Heyburn Campground draws campers who want direct access to one of central Idaho's most-visited alpine lakes without staying at the water's edge. Sites are large and well-spaced, with some offering open sightlines toward the lake and a long corridor of lodgepole pines to the rear. The campground sits above Sockeye Campground, which occupies the lakefront below, but the separation means Mount Heyburn feels less congested on most summer weekends.
Water access is a short walk away, and the lake connects to several trailheads that range from easy lakeside loops to longer backpacking routes. Anglers, paddlers, and hikers all find reasons to base here. The Redfish Lake Lodge, adjacent to the campground cluster, has a restaurant, boat and kayak rentals, a camp store, and pay showers for $3. Cell coverage is limited, particularly for AT&T users, though wifi is available at the lodge.
The campground runs June through Labor Day and does not allow pets. A camp host is typically on site and sells firewood at rates reviewers found more reasonable than Stanley-area stores. As Miles G. notes, the water is "refreshing and extremely clear." Vault toilets are kept clean. Campers planning a July 4th visit may find the campground fills quickly, but arrivals earlier in the week have reported finding sites without difficulty. Pack layers regardless of the month since nights run cold even in midsummer.
Description
Overview
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.
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Map & DirectionsMount Heyburn Campground is located in Idaho near Stanley
Coordinates
44.1354 N
114.9145 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/3/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/3/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 49 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 11 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 27 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 43 min from Pocatello, ID
