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Scout Mountain Campground

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Scout Mountain Campground, near Pocatello, Idaho, is a fantastic spot for those who love the great outdoors. Set high in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, it offers a beautiful backdrop of towering pines and stunning mountain views.

This campground is perfect for tent and RV camping, with sites that provide a good mix of privacy and access to essential amenities like drinking water and vault toilets. Visitors have enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, with many noting the abundance of shade from the surrounding trees. One camper mentioned, “The site was quiet, and no one next to us,” which is a big plus for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

If you’re into hiking, you’re in luck! There are plenty of trails nearby, making it easy to explore the natural beauty of the area. Wildlife sightings are common, with campers reporting encounters with deer, moose, and various birds. Just be aware that the campground doesn’t have showers or electric hookups, so come prepared for a more rustic experience.

Scout Mountain Campground is about a 30-minute drive from Pocatello, which is handy if you need to grab supplies or want to explore the local scene. Whether you’re planning a quick getaway or a longer stay, this campground offers a serene environment to unwind and connect with nature.

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Location

Scout Mountain Campground is located in Idaho

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Directions

Take I-15 to exit 63 south of Pocatello. Follow the brown Mink Creek Recreation Area signs to Bannock Highway for 2 miles. Turn left up the canyon. Go 4.5 miles to the East Fork Mink Creek road and turn left. Go 5.3 miles up East Fork Mink Creek road to the campground.

Address

4350 CLIFFS DRIVE
Pocatello, ID 83204

Coordinates

42.6916667 N
112.3588889 W

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    Last on 6/9/25

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jun. 10, 2025

Scout Mountain Review

The campground is nestled high in the mountain with a small road to reach the site. Some campsite lots are more suitable for tents and the tree cover provides an abundance of shade. The cost is $20 a night per site. Bathrooms are vault bathrooms. Bring bear spray as the area is very isolated. Great campground all around!

Site5
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Aug. 11, 2024

Beautiful

Great camp ground with spring nearby

Sitemultiple sites
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Anthony  B., August 11, 2024
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Anthony  B., August 11, 2024
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Reviewed Sep. 25, 2020

Beautiful basic camping in Furs and Pines

Beautiful campground set high up in the Caribou National Forest. The campground is around 13 miles up a mountain from Pocatello- it took us roughly 30 minutes driving up curvy mountain roads to get up to the top. Be advised, our gps tried to route us off a dirt road half way up, but you just stay on the paved road all the way up. We got site 20, I’m not sure which loop, as the loops were kind of hard to determine. It was next to bathrooms and across from water and a group campsite which looked like it’d be awesome if you were in a group (site 19.) Beautiful in the pines and furs. You can’t see from the road but many of the tent pads are behind the tables and fire rings. The tent pads aren’t huge- Our tent pad wasn’t big enough for our 6 person REI tent so we pitched right behind our car on the parking pad, which was considerably larger. We were only staying for one night on a Thursday and it was very quiet with only a handful of other campers, but I saw reserve tags on most camp sites in our loop for the weekend. No showers, vault toilets. Drinking water. We tent camp so I didn’t see if there were any electric sites, ours was not. We saw cows, moose, birds and deer on the mountain. Wish we could have stayed an extra night to hike around the area.

  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Alexandra T., September 25, 2020
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Alexandra T., September 25, 2020
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Reviewed Sep. 25, 2020

Great place

Very nice campground close to lots of trails for hiking and walking. Plenty of trees for shade. Well kept.

Reviewed Aug. 20, 2019

Affordable Group Campground

Such an amazing experience. Pavilion with lighting and outlets for electricity ran items or even RVs. They have bathrooms on the site and it's handicap accessible. Wonderful for weddings or parties. Very affordable!

SiteMink Creek Group Campground
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Meesha P., August 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Meesha P., August 20, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 24, 2019

1st Time & Not My Last!

We had gone up and had gotten site #20 which is the last site before exiting the campground. The site was quiet, and no one next to us. The vault bathroom was super close and there was a water spigot directly across from us. The site was a non reservation just first come, first serve. There are hiking trails close by and a natural spring close by. Our site had plenty of shade and privacy.
The campground has 13 reservable sites, and approx 25 walk ins or 1st come 1st serve sites. It’s high in the pines but it’s also a 25minute drive to town in case you forgot something. We enjoyed camping at Scout Mountain and have already reserved for our next trip in 2weeks...

  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Shani C., June 24, 2019
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Shani C., June 24, 2019
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Reviewed Jul. 22, 2018

Perfect in every way!

We stayed on site #3, nice and shady, perfect walking distance to clean vault toilets, water spigot not far, and off the road so you feel tucked away. Nice sturdy picnic tables, latern stand, and great fire ring with attached grill, and an additional freestanding grill available. Loved that spot!

Site#3
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Scout Mountain Campground by Beth B., July 22, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2016

SO GREAT!

this place is actually private land, however a very kind individual who owns this land allows people to use this land to have fun and snow mobile on. There is a warming hut that is open to the public along with two pit toilets, the warming hut has some basic furniture and a stove to keep you warm. In the winter there is always great people coming in and out of the hut. This place is very well maintained and the people as well as multiple clubs care for the grounds so it is always in a great condition

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Scout Mountain Campground?

Scout Mountain Campground offers several convenient amenities including clean vault toilets, water spigots throughout the grounds, sturdy picnic tables, and fire rings with attached grills. Some sites have additional freestanding grills. The campground also features a pavilion with lighting and electrical outlets suitable for events or powering RVs. Most sites provide ample shade from surrounding trees. The campground costs $20 per night per site. For winter recreation, there's a warming hut with basic furniture and a stove, along with two pit toilets available during snow season.

Where is Scout Mountain Campground located in Idaho?

Scout Mountain Campground is located in the Caribou National Forest near Pocatello, Idaho. The campground sits high in the mountains, approximately 13 miles up from Pocatello, requiring about 30 minutes of driving on curvy mountain roads to reach. The remote, elevated location offers beautiful views and a forest setting. When navigating to the campground, it's advisable to stay on the main road rather than following GPS directions that might route you onto dirt roads halfway up the mountain.

What do visitor reviews say about Scout Mountain Campground?

Scout Mountain Campground is highly regarded for its beautiful mountain setting, ample shade trees, and well-maintained facilities. Campers particularly appreciate the cleanliness of the vault toilets, convenient water access, and quality of the campsites with their sturdy picnic tables and fire rings. The campground's proximity to hiking trails and stunning sunset views adds to its appeal. Site #3 is noted for being nicely shaded and conveniently located near facilities, while site #20 offers extra privacy as the last site before exiting the campground. The pavilion with electricity makes it suitable for events. Some visitors mention the campground host's generator can be noisy in the evening.

Are there trail maps available for Scout Mountain Campground?

While specific information about trail maps at Scout Mountain Campground isn't detailed, the area offers numerous hiking and walking trails. The campground is known for being close to various trails in the Caribou National Forest. For the most current and accurate trail information, visitors should check with the campground host upon arrival, contact the Caribou National Forest office before their trip, or check the Forest Service website. Bringing bear spray is recommended as the area is quite isolated, suggesting more remote hiking possibilities in the surrounding wilderness.