Established Camping
Pen Basin
Pen Basin near Cascade, ID, is surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Lake Cascade and the Payette River, offering opportunities for fishing and water activities.
Description
Overview: The Penn Basin Campground near Landmark, Idaho, offers 6 campsites in a peaceful, remote setting near mountain slopes covered in dense pine forest. Peak season for the campground is typically early June through late September. It can be accessed by most vehicles; however the road is narrow and may be rough in spots. Natural Features: The campground sits in a pretty mountain meadow a stone's throw from scenic Johnson Creek, a tributary of the South Fork Salmon River. Wildlife watchers may see deer, elk, bear and moose. Bald eagles are often spotted soaring overhead. Plenty of wildflowers and possible wildlife viewing. Recreation: The Rock Creek Trail and several other trailheads into the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness are near the campground. Check on the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for non-motorized and motorized trails. The area is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message. The South Fork Salmon River and Johnson Creek offer opportunities for fishing. Berry picking and hunting are popular pastimes in season. Nearby Attractions: The tiny community of Yellow Pine established in 1902 is north of the campground approximately 28 miles and offers limited services. The popular Yellow Pine Music & Harmonica Festival is held annually in August.
Location
Pen Basin is located in Idaho
Directions
From Boise, Idaho, travel north on State Highway 55 approximately 80 miles to Cascade, Idaho. From Cascade, Idaho, travel north on State Highway 55 only a short distance to the turnoff at the Warm Lake Road (Forest Highway 22). Take Forest Highway 22 northeast approximately 25 miles. When you arrive within the Warm Lake area, Forest Highway 22 becomes Forest Service (FS) Road 579. Continue east on the FS Road 579 until it intersects with the FS Road 413, approximately 10 miles. Turn south at the intersection of FS Roads 413 and 579. Proceed approximately 3 miles to the Penn Basin Campround.
Coordinates
44.62600029 N
115.5260004 W
Detours Nearby
South Fork Salmon River
34 min away
Dagger Falls
2 hrs 27 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 2 min from Boise
- 4 hrs 15 min from Lewiston
- 4 hrs 46 min from Twin Falls
- 6 hrs 2 min from Walla Walla
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
