Established Camping
Tailwaters Campground
Tailwaters Campground near Mountain Home, ID, is situated in a region characterized by rolling hills and open spaces. The area experiences temperatures ranging from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s Fahrenheit in summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Bruneau Dunes State Park and the Snake River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
Tailwaters Campground is accessed from State Highway 20. There are three campsites and plenty of opportunities to fish for trout and bass. The Campground is located on the west shore of Anderson Ranch Reservoir. The Tailwaters boat ramp is within the campground provides access for rafts, motorized and non-motorized boats. Be advised: There is an Elmore county ordinanace restricting any motorized equipment on the Lower South Fork Boise River.
Location
Tailwaters Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Mountain Home, Idaho, travel 21 miles along State Highway 20 northeast to the FS 134 road turnoff approximately 21 miles toward Anderson Dam. Continue along FS 134 road for approximately 6 miles. When arriving at the Dam, turn south on FS 121 road and go south for about a mile to Tailwaters Campground.
Coordinates
43.35651494 N
115.45414675 W
Detours Nearby
Edna Creek Campground
1 hr 59 min away
Alturas Inlet Campground
2 hrs 49 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 14 min from Boise
- 1 hr 50 min from Twin Falls
- 3 hrs 9 min from Pocatello
- 3 hrs 14 min from Idaho Falls
Access
Connectivity
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
