Within Payette National Forest, Smokey Boulder Camping Area provides Forest Service camping with a notable restriction that excludes pets from the site. This established campground sits roughly 10 miles from New Meadows in central Idaho's mountainous terrain.
The no-pet policy sets this location apart from many forest campgrounds, making it specifically suited for campers traveling without animals. Nearby options include Test 2 less than three miles south and Hazard Creek Dispersed Camping about eight miles northeast for those needing pet-friendly alternatives.
Description
Numerous dispersed camp sites located along Smokey Boulder Road #074. Busiest during hunting season in September and October. Pack it in pack it out trash. No water. Some sites contain fire rings and tables, most do not.
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Location
Public CampgroundSmokey Boulder Camping Area is located in Idaho
Coordinates
45.09044978 N
116.3988534 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 50 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 4 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 51 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 5 hrs 23 min from Kennewick, WA
