Solitude is the defining feature at Pioneer, a Forest Service campground set within Sawtooth National Forest near a creek north of Fairfield. Most weekend traffic in this part of Idaho funnels toward the Sun Valley corridor, leaving Pioneer with noticeably lighter crowds. RVs up to 30 feet can access the site, and the forested terrain opens up ATV riding opportunities in the surrounding area. Campers who prioritize low-traffic weekends over developed amenities will find this spot fits that need.
Description
Pioneer Campground, which is situated next to Soldier Mountain Ski Area, is a developed campground composed of 5 units on Soldier Creek. The campground can be reserved in its entirety for groups of up to 50 people. The amphitheater and adjacent picnic area can be used for group events. Campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water and a restroom. The South Fork and North Fork of Soldier Creek trails begin along Forest Road 093 and join a major network of trails in the Soldier Mountains.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPioneer is located in Idaho near Fairfield
Public CampgroundDirections
From Fairfield, go north 11 miles on Forest Road #094 and Forest Road #093, past the ski area.
Coordinates
43.48900079 N
114.8310004 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/22/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/22/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 1 hr 53 min from Boise, ID
- 2 hrs 49 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 58 min from Pocatello, ID
