Established Camping
Goodenough Creek Campground
About
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Land Management
Campground rules and regulations are posted at the site. There are motorized and non-motorized trails leading to the Caribou ___ Targhee National Forest trail system. Campsites: 10 developed sites: 5 are restricted to tent camping and 5 of which are designed for RVs/trailers and tents. At this time, and there is not a reservation system in place for the campsites. Campsites are on a first come first serve basis. This site is equipped with vault toilets, picnic tables and fire rings. There are no dumpsters on site, visitors must pack in and out their trash. There are no fees associated with this site.
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
One of the best free campgrounds I have been too!
There are little tent pads for the sites with pick nick tables and a metal fire ring. It would be tight for a large RV, but for a small camper or tent, it is perfect. There are some great trails that can be hiked directly from the campground too. I suggest checking out Old Tom Mountain which was apparently named after a mountain lion that used to wander the area. It's also the third most prominent peak in the Bannock Range and is the highest in the northern end.
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Should have looked closer
This spot is great overall, I just wish we had understood the spots a little more before coming. Before I get to the campsite though, let’s talk that drive in! It was a wild ride shortly after leaving the Interstate. The mention on this hill is not to be underestimated. As long as you are towing within your means, you should have no problem getting to the camp site, but it is steep and tight. The dirt road has some deep eroding on the passenger side as you head in. Be careful! Then you get to the castle guard, and we thought the first gate on your right was a tight corner. I get out and check it out, then look up and see campers further down the hill so I thought those must be tent only sites. Not the case, but I had already ruled them out (drove from Mesquite this morning and ready to stop and rest!) and went in searching for an opening down the road before he drives the truck and trailer down. Getting into the site was tricky, but not impossible. Again, if you are towing with your means. We have an F350 with a long bed and a 33’ trailer, wiggling about 55’ into a passenger side back in on quite the incline. Were we a bit too big? Most likely, but it worked. There is a turn around, so you can get back out. Finally, I’m walking the dog after relaxing for a bit and remember reading reviews of people in those upper spots in trailers/RVs and feel quite dumb for what could have been a much more level and quiet spot.
Hidden Gem of a Campground!
Hidden gem! Managed by BLM with no apparent fee. The tent sites are pretty spread out and spacious along a creek. Slightly higher elevation and creek ecology keep this area cooler than the valley you pass through to get here during the summer. Great stop on my road trip!
Location
Goodenough Creek Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From McCammon, cross over I-15 and go west about a mile. The road connects to Marsh Creek Road; Turn left on Marsh Creek Road and travel about a quarter mile. Take a right onto Green Road. Continue about 2 miles to the recreation area.
Address
Pocatello Field Office
4350 Cliffs Dr
Pocatello, ID 83204
Coordinates
42.65430557 N
112.28583213 W