Established Camping
Sheep Trail Group Campground
Sheep Trail Group Campground is located near Stanley, Idaho, within the Sawtooth National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas and open spaces, providing a natural setting for camping. Nearby attractions include Redfish Lake and the Sawtooth Wilderness, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring.
Description
National Forest
Sawtooth National Forest - ID
Overview
Sheep Trail Campground is located at an elevation of 6,670 feet in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho.
Recreation
Sheep Trail is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the nearby Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location for bird and wildlife watching.
Natural Features
Summer wildflowers are plentiful and a mixed stand of pines provides partial shade. A small creek runs next to the campground. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous sparkling lakes and streams, including the Salmon River, dot the area, making for great rainbow and native Westslope cutthroat trout fishing. Stanley and Redfish Lakes are nearby, offering excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair and Fireman's Ball in September.
Location
Sheep Trail Group Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Stanley, Idaho, take State Highway 21 west for approximately 10 miles. Turn south between mileposts 121 and 122. Take Forest Road 613 to Sheep Trail Campground, located adjacent to State Highway 21.
Address
STANLEY, IDAHO
ID 83278
Coordinates
44.3061111 N
115.0552778 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Contact
General Info
Reservations
