Within Challis National Forest, Twin Peaks Camping Area provides a US Forest Service campground option in central Idaho. The facility operates under a no-pets policy, which distinguishes it from many other forest service locations in the region.
Located 13 miles northwest of Challis, the campground sits within the broader network of places to camp around Challis. Campers can access nearby alternatives including Mahoney Complex approximately 6 miles northwest and Mosquito Flat Reservoir roughly 6 miles south for those traveling with pets or seeking different amenities.
Description
One campsite at the trailhead near the lookout includes a primitive table and fire ring.
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Location
Public CampgroundTwin Peaks Camping Area is located in Idaho
Directions
From Challis go 19 miles on forest road 86
Coordinates
44.5973115 N
114.46946555 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 19 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 34 min from Pocatello, ID
- 4 hrs 6 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 5 hrs 6 min from Boise, ID



