Within Boise National Forest, Tie Creek Campground provides access to both forested and open terrain along a creek. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in and walk-in facility from April through October, accommodating RVs up to 30 feet with amenities including drinking water and restrooms.
The campground sits just off asphalt on a gravel road that becomes dusty during busy periods. Weekend crowds often increase as visitors use the area to access river floating opportunities. Campers can explore pet-friendly camping spots around Boise National Forest since pets are welcome here. The rough access conditions and weekend activity levels make this spot better suited for campers comfortable with dust and noise rather than those seeking solitude.
Description
Overview: Tie Creek Campground is one of 5 campgrounds that lie along the Middle Fork of the Payette River, north of Garden Valley. Natural Features: The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River among Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees, which offer partial shade. A few sites offer river views through the dense vegetation on the banks. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the Middle Fork drainage, including deer, elk and red-tailed hawks. Recreation: The Middle Fork Payette River offers good to excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding can be found in the area. Check on the Boise National Forest map and the Emmett Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for information about trails and road open to OHV use. The One Spoon Trail, Rattlesnake Trail and 465 ATV Trail are all in the vicinity of the campground. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains. )
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundTie Creek Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
Tie Creek Campground is located in southwestern Idaho, 9 miles north of Garden Valley. Take National Forest Road 698 (NF-698) north from Garden Valley. Watch for recreation signs.
Coordinates
44.20900016 N
115.92500036 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 52 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 36 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 4 hrs 31 min from Lewiston, ID
- 5 hrs 19 min from Walla Walla, WA


