Established Camping
Boise National Forest Sagehen Dam Picnic Area
Boise National Forest Sagehen Dam Picnic Area is located near Emmett, Idaho, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer months. Nearby attractions include the Sage Hen Reservoir, offering opportunities for fishing and boating, and the scenic hiking trails of the Boise National Forest.
Description
Overview: The Sage Hen Picnic Area is accessible for a season that varies usually from mid-May to Labor Day due to snow levels. It is located in a forested basin next to Sage Hen Reservoir. The area has 6 picnic units. All units have tables, grills and fire pits.
Location
Boise National Forest Sagehen Dam Picnic Area is located in Idaho
Directions
Sagehen Dam Picnic Area is located 45 miles north of Emmett, Idaho. Take State Highway 52 north to the Sweet/Ola Road (12.3 miles). Turn left towards Sweet, drive north to Ola (17 miles), pavement ends at Ola. Take National Forest Road 618 (NF-618) to the junction of NF-626 (10 miles). Take NF-626 to NF-614 (7 miles). Take NF-614 to campground (1.0 mile). The majority of this route is a gravel surface and can be successfully driven with a passenger car during drier weather.
Coordinates
44.32718005 N
116.19613028 W
Detours Nearby
South Fork Salmon River
1 hr 36 min away
Kennally Creek
2 hrs 9 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 57 min from Boise
- 3 hrs 41 min from Twin Falls
- 4 hrs 18 min from Lewiston
- 5 hrs 10 min from Walla Walla
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
