Fishing and stargazing draw campers to Silver Creek Campground, a free BLM site on the banks of Silver Creek in south-central Idaho. Dispersed sites sit close to the water, giving anglers direct access to the creek without much of a walk. The campground road runs past several spots, with the last site at the far end tending to see the fewest visitors. Nearby, Silver Creek Public Access Dispersed and Silver Creek North & South offer additional options along the same corridor for groups that arrive to find the sites taken.
Summer temperatures here run hot and dry through the day, typical for this part of Idaho in July. Evenings cool down considerably once the sun drops, and the low light pollution makes for good star visibility on clear nights. Cell service is available at the campground, which is useful for weather checks. Fire risk is a real concern in the surrounding sagebrush and dry grass, and at least one local has made a point of warning campers to leave immediately if smoke appears, since the vegetation burns fast.
The site includes a vault toilet, picnic tables, and firewood. It is ADA accessible and accommodates big rigs. The no-cost setup, combined with water access and basic amenities, makes Silver Creek a practical choice for anglers, overnight travelers passing through the region, and anyone looking for campgrounds near Picabo without paying a fee.
Description
Two adjacent sites on Silver Creek near Highway 93, downstream of the Nature Conservancy’s Silver Creek Preserve. Silver Creek offers good trout fishing, picnicking and camping. Long camp trailers or RVs not recommended, limited turn around options.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSilver Creek Campground is located in Idaho near Picabo
Directions
Off Highway 93 about 5 miles south of Carey, 16 miles northeast of Richfield, and 34 miles northeast of Shoshone. A BLM sign on Highway 93 marks the turn. The recreation sites are about one mile from the intersection. Long camp trailers or RVs not recommended, limited turn around options.
Coordinates
43.24861178 N
113.99638897 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 24 usersLast on 7/27/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 38 usersLast on 7/27/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 24 usersLast on 7/27/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 38 usersLast on 7/27/26
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
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 59 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 1 hr 47 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 3 min from Pocatello, ID
- 2 hrs 6 min from Boise, ID
