Managed by the US Forest Service within camping near Boise National Forest, Tailwaters Campground sits alongside both a river and a lake in the mountains east of Mountain Home, Idaho. Pets are not permitted at this site. Spillway Campground lies roughly 0.3 miles to the east, making this a reasonable base if nearby alternatives are needed. Campers should contact the local ranger district ahead of arrival to confirm site availability, access road conditions, and any seasonal closures.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTailwaters Campground is located in Idaho near Mountain Home
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
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 14 min from Boise, ID
- 1 hr 50 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 9 min from Pocatello, ID
- 3 hrs 14 min from Idaho Falls, ID
