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Established Camping

Mountain View

Mountain View, near Lowman, Idaho, is a scenic campground that offers a fantastic experience right by the Payette River. With sites that provide beautiful views of the water, it’s a great place to kick back and soak in the natural beauty.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including pit toilets and drinking water, making it a comfortable choice for campers. Many visitors have enjoyed the well-kept sites, with one camper noting, “Our site was right on the Payette River, and we enjoyed watching some inflatable boats go by.” You can also find fire pits and picnic tables at some sites, perfect for evening gatherings.

If you’re up for adventure, this location is a great base for white-water rafting, with local companies offering trips right from the campground. Plus, it’s a convenient stop for those heading to Craters of the Moon National Monument, making it a prime spot for exploring the unique landscapes of Idaho.

While some campers mentioned that the sites can be close together, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. Whether you’re tent camping, RVing, or trying out glamping, Mountain View has a little something for everyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors.

Description

National Forest

Boise National Forest

Overview

Mountain View Campground is located just east of Lowman, Idaho, along Highway 21 at an elevation of 3,900 feet. Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking and fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and soaking in the area's many hot springs pools.

Recreation

The South Fork Payette River offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing. The Deadwood and Danskin River Access areas are nearby. Popular Kirkham Hot Springs is less than 3 miles from the campground, with several soaking pools on the river's edge.

Natural Features

Towering Ponderosa pines cover the campground, offering partial shade in most sites. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen wandering through the area on occasion.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway and the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. Both byways offer scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks and several trail opportunities. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (208) 259-3361.

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Location

Mountain View is located in Idaho

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east on the Banks-Lowman Highway to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Campground is at milepost 73.2 along Highway 21.

Address

7359 Hwy 21
Lowman, ID 83637

Coordinates

44.0783333 N
115.6025 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jun. 16, 2022

Waterfront but near others

Beautiful view of the river from many sites. Reservations seem to be accepted but we did not have a reservation. We camped here to be near white water rafting. Consider rafting with payette river company 208-720-7039. They are awesome and take rafts out at the end of this campground.

Site6
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Mar. 8, 2022

Nice campground to see Craters of the moon!

This is great stop for a visit to Craters of the moon. Our site was close to the highway, but not much traffic in the evening. The campground was very clean and well kept. The sites were not very far apart, but fine for a couple nights. We did not check out the restaurant, but heard it was good!! We would definitely stay here again if in the area.

SiteA2
Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Aug. 25, 2020

Beautiful Trees and Gorgeous Payette River

We stayed for one night on a road trip West. Nice paved drive on our site, a big groomed flat spot for a tent, a nice fire pit with cooking grate, and sturdy picnic table.  Our site was right on the Payette River, and we enjoyed watching some inflatable boats go by.  Pit toilets were highly acceptable, and we could also wade right into the shallows of the river.  Would stay again!

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Month of VisitJune
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Reviewed Aug. 28, 2019

Camp on the Payette River!!

Great sites lined up along the South Fork of the Payette River, pristine waters!  Bathrooms and potable water.  Hot springs nearby.

Reviewed May. 16, 2019

Easy to get to, right on the Payette river

This campground has some decent sites down near the river, but the sites up higher are noisy due to the highway, and don't have much shade. There are no hookups or dump station, so this is a weekend site for most. There is a water spigot to get water from, and a couple of small outhouses, but the one near our site had been destroyed by a falling tree and just closed instead of being rebuilt. The sites have picnic table, fire ring, but not much for tent pads.

  • Review photo of Mountain View by Mike W., May 16, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Mountain View?

    Camping at Mountain View can cost between $15.00 and $30.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Mountain View?

    Mountain View allows vehicles up to 70 feet.

  • Does Mountain View have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Mountain View does have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Mountain View?

    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 Mountain View. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Mountain View, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Mountain View?

    There are 15 campsites at Mountain View and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts