3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin camping near Lowman, Idaho ranges from rustic forest service buildings to fully-furnished accommodations with modern amenities. Warm Springs Guard Station offers a historic cabin experience right in Lowman, while Deadwood Lookout Recreation Cabin provides more isolated lodging with access to drinking water and toilet facilities. Both cabins require advance reservations through recreation.gov. "One of the best places I have been, secluded and very much relaxing," noted one visitor about Boiling Springs Cabin, which is accessible from April to October. Most cabins in the area include basic furnishings like beds, tables, and chairs, though specific amenities vary significantly by location.
Rustic forest service cabins typically provide more primitive accommodations with wood stoves for heat, while resort-based cabins offer greater comfort with electricity and indoor plumbing. Pet policies vary by location - Beaver Creek Cabin and Deer Park Cabin allow pets, while Deadwood Lookout and Warm Springs Guard Station prohibit them. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when cabins book months in advance. According to one visitor of Stanley RV + Camp, "Clean bathrooms and showers, good space. Didn't see a store of any kind." Cabins at Silver Creek Plunge provide more resort-style accommodations with picnic tables and fire rings.
Most cabins require guests to bring their own bedding, towels, cookware, and food supplies. Kitchen facilities range from none in primitive cabins to basic countertop appliances in more developed accommodations. The Lowman area has limited grocery options, so planning ahead is essential. Cabins with water hookups like Beaver Creek and Deer Park offer more convenience for meal preparation, while those without running water require guests to bring sufficient drinking and cooking water. Firewood is provided at some locations like Deadwood Lookout, but many require visitors to bring their own or purchase on-site. Toilet facilities vary from primitive outhouses to indoor bathrooms depending on the cabin's development level. When comparing cabin camping options near Lowman, note that summer reservations often fill months ahead, so booking early through recreation.gov is strongly recommended.
"Quiet, nicely spaced sites"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $80 - $100 / night
"There are plenty of campsites along the river and around. Beautiful area. Just be aware that there is a lot of ATV activity."
from $15 - $139 / night
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $80 / night
"This is a conveniently located campground near all the amenities of Idaho City. Miles of forest for hiking, exploring and fishing. "
from $35 / night
"One of the best places I have been, secluded And very much relaxing"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $56 / night
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $80 / night
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $40 / night
"A gentleman with a golf cart will come up to your site and collect the fee and give you a parking pass. I have a car and a tent, 3 people, and it was $20/night."
"We had very low expectations staying at a campground that is almost always booked solid (we figured it would be crowded and loud) and is in one of the most popular parts of Idaho."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $52 / night
"Stay one night after being off grid for days. Did some cleaning and laundry $2.50 a load. Amazing views from our spot."
"Bathrooms, showers and laundry room are pristine for a campground! Hot water was no issue and they have a great little store if you’re out of anything. 10/10"
from $50 - $70 / night
TravelerPine shaded sites are close however very few occupied in mid October. Very inexpensive 2 washer/2 dryer laundry. Facilities well maintained. Small town of Cascade on ID 55 (Payette River Scenic Byway) has an adequate grocery store, gas stations, and a good True Value Hardware store.
GuideThe RV sites may be close and quite rough but adequate and full hookups. Very nice bath house and higher end signage.. incredible walk score the street along the creek. Upper open sites have a partial view of the Sawtooth peaks. About 5 miles from Stanley.
TravelerI’d give 4.5 stars if possible. Great location to break up the trip between Boise and Lewiston.
Lots of fun stuff to do: good swimming beach with the ability to check out canoes and kayaks (life jackets available for loan was a big deal since our 7&9 year olds forgot to pack theirs), sand volleyball, big bonfire ring near the beach, benches and picnic tables along the water access, lots of access to fishing within walking distance. Big rocks along the water that our daughter really enjoyed scrambling along, and we laid across them to watch the meteor shower.
Sites are big and easy to park our 36’ camper, easy check in, cute little store with firewood for sale. Staff were courteous and helpful.
Bathroom was clean, we didn’t use the shower.
The only thing I could complain about is that our picnic table was not in the best shape, but we swapped out for our neighbor’s since the site showed as available for the only night we were going to stay.
GuideWe came up to escape the 105 temps in Boise. Shoreline was not at capacity. Quiet couple of days. Paved roads and sites. Plenty of space between sites. Friendly site hosts. Beautiful lake with a significant boat launch area
GuideNot far from Redfish Lake off of Highway 75 this disperse camp area has easy access for all size rigs, some places alongside Salmon River others inside the forest. We stayed two nights amongst the pine trees. It was quiet and enjoyable. Free!!
GuideWe had such a great stay! We came the Monday after 4th of July. We attempted to stay at Sockeye Campground first, but they were already full by 1pm. We came to Mount Heyburn by 1:15pm on a Monday and there were maybe 5 spots open.
We chose site 12 which was a pull through. SO SPACIOUS! Tons of shade. Great picnic tables and fire pit.
We stayed 4 nights, leaving on Friday morning. The campground was full every single night. Only reason I’m giving it 4 stars is because it feels a little risky loading up and heading there unsure whether you’ll get a spot or not. Glad we got lucky!
There are no hookups, but there are 2 separate pit toilets and a few water spigots around the campsite. Dumpsters for trash too. We brought our generator and fired it up for a few hours in the mater afternoon for air conditioning, and to charge phones. We filled up with fresh water before arriving.
There’s a dump station right on the at in/out called Stanley Ranger Station Dump Station. You can fill fresh water before, and dump tanks on the way out. $12 fee for the dump station.
It’s walkable to Redfish lake, or you can drive there in less than 2 minutes. Plenty of free parking at the lake.
Sockeye campground has better views of the lake, but I feel like Mount Heyburn is way more spacious and remote feeling. The sites are well spread out.
Just $24 a night! You can stay up to 10 nights. The camp host was fine. There’s firewood available to purchase. I think it was $10 a bundle? We brought our own firewood.
Will definitely be back! We loved lake days, got dinner in town 1 night, reserved a hot spring at mountain village resort (highly recommend!), brought our SUP to redfish lake, let the kids swim and play in the sand, easy fishing for kids at the lake, got soft serve ice cream at Redfish Lake Lodge at sunset one night (another amazing spot to spend the day!). Enough room at the campsite we could hike above and set up bow and arrow target practice safely away from other campers. We loved walks around the campground after dinner. I wish we would have brought bikes for the kids to ride! Perfect little loop!
ScoutWe had spoken to the management about hosting 11 months before we arrived for the summer. Sent the paperwork and called to make sure everything was good to go several times. Upon arrival we are told we were never told we would be hired and that we would have to pay the monthly rate. The manager kept saying “I didn’t make a mistake! You would have gotten a packet”. None of this was ever mentioned and we drove our gas sucking Motorhome from Florida to Boise 2800 miles to find that there was no hosting opportunity. I was shocked and surprised. She said she didn’t like my attitude and asked us to leave. Her husband, a miserable man whose face has never known a smile was very confrontational and called my husband names. This all devolved into an ugly argument and left us with no place to call home for the summer. I had read that these people were not very nice but thought it may have just been sour grapes. It was not. It is all true. All of it. They have an F for a BBB rating and that’s before my complaint was made. This ruined my summer it my grandchildren as we had to go home after scrounging a day here and there at other campgrounds and paying premium prices. This I will never forgive. Don’t mess with my time with my grandchildren. Do not trust them with you vacation memories or family visits. Huge mistake. Don’t be next! Look on all the review sites you can find. They have bad reviews. They speak for themselves
GuideI stayed in the tent camping area which is also basically the dog run. You park in the lot then walk across a short bridge to a small lawn area with picnic tables to set up your tent. The RV area is really just a giant parking lot with RVs lined up side by side, nothing special. The bathrooms were being renovated, might be nicer in a few months.
RangerGreat access to the greenbelt. Fantastic walking to anything you need. Worst showers, laundry and bathrooms than anywhere I’ve been. They don’t take care of them for how much money the obviously bring in. Overpriced, cramped and gross. Does the job for a few days though.
Cabin camping near Lowman, Idaho offers diverse lodging options within the Boise National Forest at elevations ranging from 3,800 to over 7,000 feet. The Lowman area typically experiences warm summer days with temperatures between 75-85°F and cool nights dropping to 40-50°F. Most cabin reservations require booking through Recreation.gov with availability typically opening six months in advance.
Hot springs access: Several cabin rentals provide proximity to natural hot springs. Silver Creek Plunge cabins put you near developed hot springs with family-friendly facilities. "This is a fun place to visit. There are plenty of campsites along the river and around. Beautiful area. Just be aware that there is a lot of ATV activity," notes one visitor.
Mountain biking: The area surrounding Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin offers extensive trail systems for mountain biking, with routes ranging from beginner to advanced. A visitor described it as "Quiet, nicely spaced sites" while appreciating the family-friendly atmosphere.
Fishing opportunities: Many cabins provide access to fishing on the South Fork of the Payette River. Beaver Creek Cabin has water hookups that make cleaning fish easier, with nearby streams holding native cutthroat trout. The cabin is pet-friendly for those traveling with dogs.
Privacy levels: Two Ravens Retreat Center offers more secluded cabins for those seeking greater privacy than standard Forest Service accommodations. Sites are spread further apart than at developed campgrounds, creating a more isolated wilderness experience.
Night sky viewing: Cabins in the area fall within Central Idaho's designated Dark Sky Reserve. At Glacier View Campground, visitors can experience exceptional stargazing. One camper noted: "This area still retains a wilderness experience despite numerous infrastructure improvements and new campground development."
Wildlife encounters: Many cabins offer opportunities to view wildlife. "Fauna is abundant in the surrounding area. Deer, elk, bear, marten, moose, and pronghorn antelope all made appearances during my last trip to the area," reports a Glacier View Campground visitor.
Seasonal water availability: Water systems at many cabins are shut down during winter months. Cowboy Campground maintains drinking water access during its operating season. "This is a conveniently located campground near all the amenities of Idaho City. Miles of forest for hiking, exploring and fishing," notes one visitor.
Cell service limitations: Most cabins have limited or no cell service. Stanley RV + Camp sometimes has weak signal in specific spots. One camper mentioned: "Clean bathrooms and showers, good space. Didn't see a store of any kind."
Supplies and planning: The limited grocery options in Lowman require advance planning. A visitor to Stanley RV + Camp advised: "I would recommend getting groceries before you arrive bc local store is pitiful. We had a beautiful view of the Sawtooth Mountain range from our campsite."
Cabin selection criteria: Choose cabins with nearby water features for family entertainment. Stanley RV + Camp provides clean facilities that work well for families. A visitor mentioned: "Such an awesome little campsite. The owners are very attentive and nice. Bathrooms, showers and laundry room are pristine for a campground!"
Bathroom facilities: Cabins with indoor plumbing are limited, so check amenities carefully. Some visitors appreciate the accessible facilities at Stanley RV + Camp: "Great place. Great view. Friendly staff. Had hot showers. Bathroom and laundry. The night sky was beautiful."
Kid-friendly activities: Many cabins are near day-use areas with swimming access. Silver Creek Plunge provides dedicated swimming areas better suited for children than the colder river waters. A visitor described it as "Family fun" with "plenty of campsites along the river."
Access considerations: Many forest roads to remote cabins have limitations for larger vehicles. Deadwood Lookout's access road is not recommended for trailers over 16 feet.
Utility planning: RV hookup options are limited near Lowman. One camper at Stanley RV + Camp reported: "Hot water was plentiful and they are free. Great base camp for family week of hiking, rafting, and visiting the Sunbeam hot springs."
Generator restrictions: Most cabin areas have generator hours or complete restrictions. Consider solar options for extended stays, especially at more remote forest service cabins without electrical hookups.
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