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Top Equestrian Camping near Garden Valley, ID

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Best Equestrian Camping Sites Near Garden Valley, ID (8)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Deadwood Campground

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    Deadwood Campground

    7 Reviews
    21 Photos
    103 Saves
    Lowman, Idaho

    Overview: Deadwood Campground is a small campground that is located at the scenic confluence of the Deadwood River and the South Fork of the Payette River on the Banks-Lowman Road 17. Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking and fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and hiking the nearby trails. The campground is adjacent from the river acces point. Natural Features: The campground is situated at the foot of a forested hillside. Towering Ponderosa pines are scattered throughout the site, offering partial shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Recreation: The Deadwood Ridge trailhead is located in this campground, and the campground also serves as a river access point for the South Fork of the Payette River. Camping use at this site is moderate. Driveway lengths for RV's are limited to camp trailers less than 15 feet in length. Nearby Attractions: Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. The area offers scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks and several trail opportunities. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.

    • Pets
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
  2. Camper-submitted photo from Silver Creek

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    Silver Creek

    5 Reviews
    13 Saves
    Cascade, Idaho

    Overview

    Silver Creek Campground is located 25 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, in beautiful Peace Valley at an elevation of 4,490 feet. Peace Valley offers a variety of great trails. Fishing and hunting are popular activities as well.

    Recreation

    Peace Valley contains many trails for hiking, mountain biking, as well as horseback and OHV riding. Peace Creek Trail, Silver Creek Summit Trail, and Bull Creek Trail all begin nearby. Silver Creek, Peace Creek, and the nearby Middle Fork Payette River offer good-to-excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers in the area cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.

    Facilities

    This campground offers paved roads and paved parking spurs, drinking water, and accessible vault toilets. Many single and double campsites are available, all of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a tent pad, a fire ring, as well as picnic and utility tables. Two accessible group campsites are available with picnic shelters, multiple tables, campfire rings, grills, and ample parking. The Lodgepole Springs group site can accommodate up to 100 people, while the Cabin Creek group site can accommodate up to 80 people.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated among a mixed-growth lodgepole pine forest, which provides partial shade. Silver Creek runs alongside the campground. A variety of wildlife makes its home in and around Peace Valley, including deer, elk, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks.

    Nearby Attractions

    Silver Creek Plunge, a privately developed hot springs campground, is within a quarter-mile from the campground. It offers a hot springs pool, general store, a playground, horseshoe pits, as well as sand volleyball court and basketball hoop.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $150 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Cold Springs Campground - Boise Nf (ID)

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    Cold Springs Campground - Boise Nf (ID)

    2 Reviews
    13 Photos
    13 Saves
    Banks, Idaho

    Overview

    Cold Springs Campground is one of four campgrounds along Idaho's State Highway 55, next to the North Fork of the Payette River. This area is a popular location for river rafting trips and camping. This campground rests at 3,878 feet.

    Recreation

    The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of the Payette River. Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.

    Facilities

    This campground has five sites situated as a group area, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated in a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching 80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.

    Nearby Attractions

    Near the boat and kayak launch of the Payette River.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian

    $120 / night

  4. Camper-submitted photo from Boise National Forest Whoop-em-up Equestrian Campground
  5. Camper-submitted photo from Whoop-Em-Up Equestrian Campground

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    Whoop-Em-Up Equestrian Campground

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    5 Saves
    Boise National Forest, Idaho

    Overview: Whoop-um-up Equestrian Campground is located 56 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, along State Highway 21, under a scenic pine forested canopy. There are six campsites complete with feed boxes, hitching posts and water for stock. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant. The historic town of Idaho City is just 11 miles south. The Crooked River runs near the site, offering rainbow trout fishing. Natural Features: State Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, snakes along Mores Creek to Mores Creek Summit, Gold Fork, and Banner Ridge with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest. The Crooked River runs near the campground offering an opportunity to catch a rainbow trout. Recreation: Numerous trail opportunities are in the area, offering hiking, biking and horseback riding. In winter, the area becomes a playground for backcountry skiers and snowmobilers.

    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
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    Cowboy Campground

    1 Review
    21 Photos
    24 Saves
    Idaho City, Idaho

    Great place to camp with horses, pets and family.

    Just one mile North of quaint Idaho City. Walking distance to the Rodeo Arena, playground and just around the corner is the public RV Dump. 

    About a mile to Morris Creek for a cooling swim. 

    2.5 miles to The Springs, Hot Springs Retreat.

    So much history in this part of the Boise National Forest. 

    Right off Highway 21. 

    123 Bucking Horse Lane, Idaho City, ID

    First Come, First Serve.  Pay Station with envelopes provided. Individual sites might be reserved, please check for signs.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $35 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Bull Trout Lake Campground

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    Bull Trout Lake Campground

    5 Reviews
    21 Photos
    88 Saves
    Stanley, Idaho

    Overview

    Bull Trout Campground is located on the shores of beautiful Bull Trout Lake at an elevation of 6,900 feet. The lake offers great fishing and canoeing opportunities. Many trails for hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding are in the area. Only equestrian users may reserve equestrian sites. If an equestrian site is not reserved, it may be occupied by other user groups on a first-come, first-served basis. __

    Recreation

    Bull Trout Lake offers excellent canoeing and kayaking opportunities, as the lake is for non-motorized watercraft only. Anglers fish for brook and rainbow trout. A primitive boat ramp is located on the west side of the lake. Martin Lake is nearby, offering canoeing and fishing. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Many miles of trails can be found in the area, including the 11-mile Warm Spring Trail for hikers. The 35-mile Kirkham Ridge Trail is open to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking.

    Facilities

    This campground contains group, equestrian and single and double campsites, many of which are accessible. The group sites can accommodate up to 50 people each. Equestrian sites each contain a corral and large parking spur. Some sites are on the waterfront and have direct lake access, others have lake views. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are dirt. A campground host is on-site.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated in a mixed-growth forest of Douglas fir and lodgepole pine, which offers partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant.

    • Pets
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Cabins

    $15 / night

  8. Camper-submitted photo from Kennally Creek

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    Kennally Creek

    2 Reviews
    36 Photos
    53 Saves
    Spink, Idaho

    Overview

    Kennally Creek Campground is situated in a serene setting among mature forest along the banks of Kennally Creek. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.__ If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app ht tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

    Recreation

    The North Fork Kennally Creek Trail #102, East Fork Kennally Creek Trail #099, and the Needles Summit Trail #101 depart immediately from the campground with additional trail access just a few miles down the road.__

    Facilities

    Each of 11 sites include a fire ring and picnic table. A stock loading ramp and hitching rails are available at the site. Potable water is typically available June - September.

    • Pets
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $15 / night


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