Within Boise National Forest, Silver Creek operates as a US Forest Service campground that accommodates both RVs up to 50 feet and tent campers. The campground sits directly alongside Silver Creek, with sites arranged close together on one side while offering more spacing on the other. Campers can access the area by driving in or walking to designated spots.
The creek provides immediate water access for fishing and swimming, with several reviewers noting trout fishing opportunities. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings, while vault toilets and drinking water serve the campground. Cell service reaches the area, though coverage can be spotty. "Clean grounds, clean toilets, and within walking distance to the hot spring pool," notes Will M.. A nearby hot spring pool adds to the water recreation options, though the on-site hot spring facility has closed.
The forested setting provides limited shade according to multiple reviews, which campers describe as more noticeable during summer months. Weekend periods can bring increased activity with families and children using the area for biking and playing. The campground operates from mid-May through mid-October, with reservations available for the $15-150 nightly rate range. Those seeking additional options in the region can explore campgrounds around Boise National Forest.
Description
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSilver Creek is located in Idaho
Directions
From Boise, travel north on Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east on the Banks-Lowman Highway and continue east for 8 miles toward Garden Valley. Turn north on Middle Fork Road (Forest Road 698) and pass through Crouch, continuing north on the Middle Fork Road approximately 16 miles to the \"Y\" (698 to Boiling Springs and 671 Silver Creek Road). Turn northeast (a right turn) on Silver Creek Road and continue 8 miles to the campground.
Address
2435 Silver Creek Road
Garden valley, ID 83622
Coordinates
44.3308333 N
115.8041667 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 20 min from Boise, ID
- 4 hrs 4 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 5 hrs 10 min from Lewiston, ID
- 5 hrs 48 min from Walla Walla, WA
