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Little Camas Reservoir

Little Camas Reservoir, near Mountain Home, Idaho, is a straightforward spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. This area offers a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of space for campers to spread out, making it a solid choice for a quiet getaway.

The location features fire rings for cozy campfires and vault toilets for basic needs, but don’t expect any frills. Visitors have noted that while the reservoir may be low at times, the views of the surrounding mountains are still stunning, and the wildlife activity can be quite lively, especially at night with the sounds of coyotes and various birds.

For those who enjoy a bit of solitude, this area is perfect, as many campers have mentioned having the place to themselves. Just remember to bring your own firewood and be prepared for a bit of a rustic experience. If you’re looking for a simple, serene spot to unwind, Little Camas Reservoir might just be the ticket.

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Location

Little Camas Reservoir is located in Idaho

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Coordinates

43.34800026 N
115.39200028 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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12 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 21, 2024

Pretty reservoir

Pretty little spot with pretty decent cell service. Lots of space for my dogs to run around. Could see other campers in the distance. Everyone had lots of room to themselves. I could see it becoming a little bit busier on the weekend. No facilities available at all, which is fine by me! Unfortunately people seem to leave trash around. There was a fire pit which I appreciated but greasy tends in the pit. There also trash bags and a few other things around. Overall, this did not majorly detract from the site. I would recommend bringing bug repellent or a thermacell to ward off bugs.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Emily S., June 21, 2024
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Emily S., June 21, 2024
Reviewed Sep. 27, 2023

Just a parking place really

A great little spot off the road next to the reservoir. Has a bathroom and a few camping rings. Nothing special but a peaceful place.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Tate W., September 27, 2023
Reviewed May. 2, 2023

Would work in a pinch

Down a dirt road. This used to be a boat ramp, but it doesn't exist anymore. A few fire pits scattered around the hill and by the water. Vault toilet available. Great views of the mountains. No privacy other than some sage brush. No room for big rigs, 4wd not required.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Malcolm C., May 2, 2023
Reviewed Jul. 7, 2022

Peaceful spot

This is our 2nd stay at this campground but different season. The reservoir is low but the view is still gorgeous. We had the place to ourselves.

Good cell coverage (TMobile).

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Becbecandbunny O., July 7, 2022
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Becbecandbunny O., July 7, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 19, 2022

A pleasant place for a stop along the way

Perfect for an overnight stop during a long drive. The access road also serves residential property some distance away so is well maintained. The primitive camping spots are close enough to the highway to make it a quick drive but far enough away to buffer most noise from passing traffic. Even though the landscape seems sparse there was very active wildlife during our stay, with many species of birds throughout the night and a chorus of coyotes at one point. The water level was really low, which would probably inhibit launching larger water craft, but the reservoir still provided a peaceful atmosphere. There definitely isn't any nearby wood for fires so people do need to bring in their own.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Amber R., April 19, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 10, 2022

Great boondocking off the Hwy 20

So happy we pulled off the road to stay here despite waking up to snow. Beautiful area with a view of the reservoir below. Very quiet.

Sites marked with fire rings. No other signage seen. There is one pit toilet.

Decent cell coverage. Road heading into the campground was accessible by a 2WD vehicle.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Becbecandbunny O., April 10, 2022
Reviewed Sep. 7, 2021

Dry and Serene

This is a nice area for dispersed camping.  No water in the reservoir at this time (early September).  Very few other people around, even on labor day weekend, and the area was so quiet and serene.

We stayed along the western side of the reservoir, and there's are little loops you can take in off of 160 to find a spot.  The path was relatively narrow and our class c made it fine, but you could hear the sides brushing along the sage.

Watch for wasps, especially around the bathroom.  We didn't see any wildlife, but heard coyotes in the night.

It was hard to find a level spot, so we just ended up moving next to the bathroom since we were only there for the night.

Good cell service with all 3 carriers.

Month of VisitSeptember
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Reviewed Jan. 17, 2021

A forgotten gem

We camped here in June 2020. There are clean vault toilets but not much else. The reservoir was practically empty. There were not picnic tables and the roads off the main road were not maintained. It was hard to tell if there were campsites there at all, but there were fire rings so we pulled in next to one and set up. One other camper came in later and set up down by the lake, but otherwise it was really quiet. Nice place to get away from everyone during a pandemic.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Mark , January 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Mark , January 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Mark , January 17, 2021
Reviewed Jun. 10, 2019

Simple and on the lake!

Simple camp ground not much to it at all really which is kind of nice. It’s on the edge of the lake so could potentially have good fishing. Not many trees at all so bring your own wood or stove. RV spots and tent spots.

  • Review photo of Little Camas Reservoir by Dakota S., June 10, 2019
Reviewed Sep. 15, 2016

Simplicity

This is a very simple campsite with access to the reservoir. There isn't much shade. If the lake holds water for a couple of years, the fishing can be great.

Reviewed Jul. 1, 2016

Little camas

This is an old fashion site where everything is really old but still usable. This has been used by many campers over the years. You can tell from the wear on the site. The picnic table has a lot of names carved in. The bright side to this site is that it is free.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Little Camas Reservoir?

    Little Camas Reservoir allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Little Camas Reservoir?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Little Camas Reservoir, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Little Camas Reservoir?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.