Boise National Forest is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Idaho camping has to offer. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$5 - $30 / night
"The gate entrance closes during the winter but you can still walk in and access the natural hot springs. If you’re visiting Idaho, this is a must see!"
"I ended up going on something of a hot spring tour throughout Idaho and Montana and it is so cool to see these geothermal wonders."
$15 - $30 / night
"I annually visit Pine Flats with great hot springs just a quick walk away. The sites are not too close to each other so if you go on a weekend you get some space away from other campers."
"this camp ground has a great location, downhill from the highway, there is virtually no noise from the road, and there are hotsprings located within a half a mile from your camp ground."
"We had a great spot near the river!"
$15 - $30 / night
"The campground itself is tucked into a valley of sorts so you are surrounded by trees everywhere. The biggest attraction here is the creek."
"We loved the sound of the water as we went to bed, and the hot springs were gorgeous (although sporadically visited by people outside the campground too)."
"One of my favorite campgrounds in all of Idaho. The road out to Deadwood is only open a few months of the year. While the road out can be a little rough, the campground is well worth it."
"Just 6 sites here (try and get #6, it’s really close to the river) on a traditional and ancient campsite that Native Americans used for a long time."
$15 - $30 / night
"Our site was close to the highway, but not much traffic in the evening. The campground was very clean and well kept. The sites were not very far apart, but fine for a couple nights."
"Hot springs nearby."
$15 / night
"The entrance is a narrow road down a hill. But still very accessible for a travel trailer.
Keep in mind, Black Rock is 20 miles of dirt road. It does get bumpy in some spots."
"We love going here because it is usually clean and has fishing and swimming close by and the water is shallow enough for all of us to enjoy."
"Lots of firewood laying around. No cell service, except Mores Peak and Idaho City... No service in Lowman (only 1 mercantile with 2 pumps), but an absolutely gorgeous drive!"
"Nice and quiet campground close to highway 21. We arrived on a friday night without reservations and there was plenty of space."
$15 - $30 / night
"Nice campground with a short hike/walk to some hot springs."
"You follow the same path to the better springs but it gets slightly difficult at the very end."
"This Campground is got an hour and a half from Boise and above Idaho City on the Highway 21."
"Edna Creek campground is off of Highway 21 and is a little farther off the main road that some of other near by campgrounds. It is a little more private and quiet. "
TravelerSmall quiet campground, it is right off the road but it wasn't busy for us. Campsites right along the river! Very well kept bathrooms and bear proof trash cans.
TravelerGood for dogs! Beautiful place and good access to water. Can walk around and trailheads close by. Hiked Elk Meadow Trail in burned area but still really good hike and interesting to see new growth coming up. Great sites to pick from and they keep the bathrooms very clean. Host was friendly.
GuideWe stayed at Easters Cove campground. It's a few miles in on a dusty dirt road. Most people drive the slow posted speed limit. Our partially shared site was next to the road, and, once parked, the dust wasn't bad. We rode or bikes along the road and enjoyed easy water access at our campground for fishing.
ScoutClean facilities and super friendly staff, I’m looking at you sierra! Stay one night after being off grid for days. Did some cleaning and laundry $2.50 a load. Amazing views from our spot.
TravelerGreat campsites. Right by the lake water access for paddle boarding or kayaks. Picnic tables, fire pits, and flush toilet. No hookups
GuideSunny Gulch is a NFS campground right between Stanley, Idaho and Redfish Lake. The views are incredible and the location can’t be beat. The campground has two loops with the lower loop being closer to Highway 75 (not noisy at all at night) and more appropriate for smaller rigs while the upper loop has some larger sites with some above the Salmon River. All sites have picnic table, prep table, fire ring and tent pad and are quite large and lots of space between sites. Sites are FCFS except for 10 reservable sites; camp host is fantastic and super friendly. Firewood is available at the host site and vault toilets are located throughout the campground and water pumps are also positioned within a short walk of most sites. The Ranger Station is 1/2 mile away and has four dump stations ($12 as of this review) and free fresh water if the pumps at the campground don’t suit your needs.
Redfish Lake and all that encompasses is 1/2 mile to the south; the town of Stanley is beyond the Ranger Station about 2 miles to the north. We’ll definitely stay here again if we’re in the area!
TravelerThe campground is very clean and inviting. You will not regret it. Nice view of the mountains and river. The hot springs is small; however, the scenic view from there makes up for it. Highly recommended!
ScoutCamping on the Payette River. Abundant wildlife and so wonderful and relaxing watching the river. Firepit available right beside the river.
ScoutOpen Season 15 May to 15 September. Advance reservations are requires and cannot be made on site. No free camping. Potable water by old USFS style hand pump. Host on site. Ranger patrols.
Camping near Boise National Forest, Idaho, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to relax by a creek or hike up a mountain, there’s something for everyone.
Camping around Boise National Forest, Idaho, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but being prepared can make all the difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Boise National Forest offers a wide range of camping options, with 269 campgrounds and RV parks near Boise National Forest and 33 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Boise National Forest is Kirkham Campground -- Temporarily CLOSED (Day Use Only) with a 4.2-star rating from 12 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 33 free dispersed camping spots near Boise National Forest.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Boise National Forest that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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