## Overview

Swinging Bridge Campground is located 10 miles north of Banks, Idaho just off
Highway 55 at an elevation of 4,000 feet.  
  
The North Fork Payette River flows next to the highway, where extreme kayaking
is a popular activity.

## Recreation

The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert
kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of
the Payette River.  
  
Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.

## Facilities

The campground contains single-family sites, each with a picnic table and
campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.
Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to
be expected.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated is a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The
mountains are forested with a mix of Ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade
is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching
80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Swinging Bridge Campground is located 10 miles north of Banks, Idaho just off Highway 55 at an elevation of 4,000 feet. <br/><br/>
The North Fork Payette River flows next to the highway, where extreme kayaking is a popular activity.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of the Payette River. <br/>
<br/>
Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains single-family sites, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated is a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of Ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching 80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.

SWINGING BRIDGE

Swinging Bridge

## Overview

Cold Springs Campground is one of four campgrounds along Idaho's State Highway
55, next to the North Fork of the Payette River. This area is a popular
location for river rafting trips and camping. This campground rests at 3,878
feet.

## Recreation

The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert
kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of
the Payette River.  
  
Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.

## Facilities

This campground has five sites situated as a group area, each with a picnic
table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Because of its proximity
to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The
mountains are forested with a mix of ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade
is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching
80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.

## Nearby Attractions

Near the boat and kayak launch of the Payette River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cold Springs Campground is one of four campgrounds along Idaho's State Highway 55, next to the North Fork of the Payette River. This area is a popular location for river rafting trips and camping.  This campground rests at 3,878 feet.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert  kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of the Payette River.
<br/><br/>
Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This campground has five sites situated as a group area, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching 80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Near the boat and kayak launch of the Payette River.

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND - Payette River View

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND, campsite

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND - Campsite

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND - BOISE NF

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND--Campsite

COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND-Campsite

Cold Springs Campground - Boise NF (ID)

## Overview

Eastside Campground is located on the shores of scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an
elevation of 4,956 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the
non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.

## Recreation

Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing.
Boat ramps and docks are located nearby at both Antelope and Sagehen Creek
Campgrounds. There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir. Hiking, biking,
horse, and ATV trails are abundant in the area. The non-motorized Sagehen
Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots,
beautiful viewpoints, and wildlife watching opportunities for hikers, mountain
bikers and horseback riders. The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be
accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for ATVs
and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy
these trails as well.

## Facilities

The campground is made up of several single sites or serves as one reservable,
accessible group site that can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles.
Most of the campsites afford partial lake views. Picnic tables, campfire
rings, a vault toilet, and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. A
campground host is located at nearby Antelope Campground, where firewood can
be purchased.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann
spruce, Douglas fir, and grand fir. Most sites have plentiful shade. Summer
temperatures range from 80 to 90-degree days to cooler nights. A variety of
berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife
includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers, and boreal owls.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Eastside Campground is located on the shores of scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an elevation of 4,956 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized  Sagehen Reservoir Trail. 
   <h2>Recreation</h2>
Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing.  Boat ramps and docks are located nearby at both Antelope and Sagehen Creek Campgrounds. There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir. 
 
Hiking, biking, horse, and ATV trails are abundant in the area. The non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints, and wildlife watching opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. 
 
The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground is made up of several single sites or serves as one reservable, accessible group site that can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles.   
Most of the campsites afford partial lake views. Picnic tables, campfire rings, a vault toilet, and hand-pumped drinking water are provided.  
A campground host is located at nearby Antelope Campground, where firewood can be purchased.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir, and grand fir. Most sites have plentiful shade. Summer temperatures range from 80 to 90-degree days to cooler nights.  
 
A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers, and boreal owls.

Sagehen Reservoir

Site 2

Site 1

Site 6

Site 3

Site 4

Eastside Entrance

Site 5

Entrance to Eastside

Eastside

## Overview

Sagehen Creek Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen
Reservoir at an elevation of 4997 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing,
exploring Joe's Creek Trail, as well as utilizing the non-motorized Sagehen
Reservoir Trail.

## Recreation

Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing. A
boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.There is a 15 mph speed
limit on the reservoir. Hiking, biking, horse, and ATV trails are abundant in
the area, including Joe's Creek Trail, which begins not far from the
campground. The Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers
great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and wildlife watching opportunities
for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV
Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles
of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback
riders can enjoy these trails as well.

## Facilities

The campground contains several single-family sites, a few of which are
accessible, all with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and hand-
pumped drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from
the host.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann
spruce, Douglas fir, and grand fir, which provide plentiful shade in most
sites. Some sites afford lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80 to
90-degree days to cooler nights. A variety of berries and mushrooms can be
found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear,
goshawk, woodpeckers, and boreal owls.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Sagehen Creek Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an elevation of 4997 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, exploring Joe's Creek Trail, as well as utilizing the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.
   <h2>Recreation</h2>
Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing.  A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir. 
 
Hiking, biking, horse, and ATV trails are abundant in the area, including Joe's Creek Trail, which begins not far from the campground.   
The Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and wildlife watching opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. 
 
The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains several single-family sites, a few of which are accessible, all with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir, and grand fir, which provide plentiful shade in most sites. Some sites afford lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80 to 90-degree days to cooler nights.  
 
A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers, and boreal owls.

Ducks on Sage Hen Reservoir

Sage Hen Campground

Sage Hen Reservoir

Sagehen Creek

## Overview

Antelope Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir
in the Boise National Forest, perched at an elevation of 5031 feet. Visitors
enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir
Trail.

## Recreation

Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout
fishing. A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.The speed
limit on the reservoir is 15 mph.  
  
Hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are abundant in the area.
The non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake,
offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and abundant wildlife
watching opportunities.  
  
The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir,
offering more than 35 miles of trails for off-road vehicles and motorcycles,
but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as
well.

## Facilities

The campground offers a large, tent-only group site that can accommodate up to
30 people, with several picnic tables, a grill and campfire ring. Numerous
single-family sites also available, equipped with picnic tables and campfire
rings.  
  
  
Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. Roads and some
parking spurs throughout the campground are paved; other spurs are gravel.
Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann
spruce, Douglas fir and grand fir. Most sites have plentiful shade and some
have partial lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during
the day with crisp, cool nights.  
  
  
A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local
wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers and boreal owls.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Antelope Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir in the Boise National Forest, perched at an elevation of 5031 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail. 
   <h2>Recreation</h2>
Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout fishing. A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.The speed limit on the reservoir is 15 mph.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are abundant in the area. The  non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and abundant wildlife watching opportunities.<br/>
<br/>
The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for off-road vehicles and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers a large, tent-only group site that can accommodate up to 30 people, with several picnic tables, a grill and campfire ring. Numerous single-family sites also available, equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings.<br><br><br>Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. Roads and some parking spurs throughout the campground are paved; other spurs are gravel. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir and grand fir. Most sites have plentiful shade and some have partial lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during the day with crisp, cool nights. <br><br><br>A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers and boreal owls.</p>

ANTELOPE

Antelope (Boise National Forest, ID)

A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time.
Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please
check back for location closure updates.

<p>A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.</p>

## Overview

Hot Springs Campground is located just east of Garden Valley, Idaho along the
Banks-Lowman Highway at an elevation of 3169 feet.  
Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking, fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and
soaking in the hot springs at the river's edge.

## Recreation

The South Fork Payette River is across the road from the campground, offering
fishing, whitewater rafting, and kayaking. A natural hot springs soaking pool
is located on the river directly across the road and down a staircase.

## Facilities

The campground contains three accessible group sites with picnic and serving
tables, grills and campfire circles with benches. Sites 1 and 2 can
accommodate up to 200 people each; Site 3 can accommodate up to 50 people.  
  
Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Because of
its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be
expected.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated at the foot of a forested hillside. Towering
Ponderosa pines are scattered throughout the site, offering partial shade.
Summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along the Banks-Lowman
Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. The area offers
scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks, and several
hiking opportunities. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities
on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer
guided half and full-day trips.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Hot Springs Campground is located just east of Garden Valley, Idaho along the Banks-Lowman Highway at an elevation of 3169 feet.   <br>Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking, fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and soaking in the hot springs at the river's edge.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The South Fork Payette River is across the road from the campground, offering fishing, whitewater rafting, and kayaking.   
A natural hot springs soaking pool is located on the river directly across the road and down a staircase.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains three accessible group sites with picnic and serving tables, grills and campfire circles with benches. Sites 1 and 2 can accommodate up to 200 people each; Site 3 can accommodate up to 50 people. <br/>
<br/>
Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated at the foot of a forested hillside. Towering Ponderosa pines are scattered throughout the site, offering partial shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. The area offers scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks, and several hiking opportunities. 
 
Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.

* Group Site 1 & 2 (up to 200 people) are:1-100people = $106.48 and 101-200 people= $212.96 
* Group Site 3 (Up to 50 people)is: $106.48

HOT SPRINGS-volleyball court

HOT SPRINGS-fire ring

HOT SPRINGS--group site

HOT SPRINGS-group site

HOT SPRINGS-group campground

South Fork Payette--Hot Springs at river's edge

HOT SPRINGS--south fork Payette

Hot Springs

## Overview

Rattlesnake Campground is located 13 miles north of Crouch, Idaho along the
Middle Fork Payette River at an elevation of 3621 feet. The Middle Fork
drainage offers a variety of excellent trails. Fishing and hunting are popular
activities as well.

## Recreation

The Middle Fork Payette River offers good to excellent fishing most of the
year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. Many trails for hiking,
mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding can be found in the area. The One
Spoon Trail, Rattlesnake Trail, and 465 ATV Trail are all in the vicinity of
the campground. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular
activity in the surrounding mountains.

## Facilities

The campground can be reserved as one large, accessible group site, which
consists of nine single sites and one double site. This group site can
accommodate up to 100 people. A two night minimum stay is required on
weekends. A three night minimum stay is required on holiday weekends.  
Picnic and utility tables, campfire rings and a picnic shelter are provided.
Two accessible vault toilets are also provided. Ten parking spurs are
available, each 50-75' in length.  
  
Additional camping is available at nearby Hardscrabble and Trail Creek
Campgrounds.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River among
Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees, which offer partial shade. A few sites
offer river views through the dense vegetation on the banks. A variety of
wildlife makes its home in the Middle Fork drainage, including deer, elk, and
red-tailed hawks.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Rattlesnake Campground is located 13 miles north of Crouch, Idaho along the Middle Fork Payette River at an elevation of 3621 feet.   
The Middle Fork drainage offers a variety of excellent trails. Fishing and hunting are popular activities as well.
   <h2>Recreation</h2>
The Middle Fork Payette River offers good to excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. 
 
Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding can be found in the area. The One Spoon Trail, Rattlesnake Trail, and 465 ATV Trail are all in the vicinity of the campground. 
 
In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground can be reserved as one large, accessible group site, which consists of nine single sites and one double site.  This group site can accommodate up to 100 people. A two night minimum stay is required on weekends. A three night minimum stay is required on holiday weekends.  <br>Picnic and utility tables, campfire rings and a picnic shelter are provided. Two accessible vault toilets are also provided. Ten parking spurs are available, each 50-75' in length.  <br> <br>Additional camping is available at nearby Hardscrabble and Trail Creek Campgrounds.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River among Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees, which offer partial shade. A few sites offer river views through the dense vegetation on the banks. 
 
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the Middle Fork drainage, including deer, elk, and red-tailed hawks.

RATTLESNAKE

Rattlesnake

## Overview

Third Fork Cabin is a former guard station, first established in 1906 as
Station 10 and renamed Third Fork in 1908. A cabin was built at that time,
which  
existed until the site was rebuilt by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933.
The current cabin's exterior has changed little since that time, with the
exception of a metal roof being added sometime before 1984.  
The cabin is available between mid-April until late-October, and is accessible
by car. Many modern comforts are provided at the cabin, but guests may need to
bring some additional supplies and gear for their stay.

## Recreation

Anglers can fish in adjacent Squaw Creek, and big game hunting is also a
popular pastime.

## Facilities

This rustic cabin sleeps four people with one double bed and two single beds
with mattresses. Other amenities include a propane cook range, table with
chairs, hot water heater, indoor flush toilet, shower and propane heater and
refrigerator. A picnic table, campfire ring and pedestal grill sit within the
fenced yard.  
  
  
  
A camp host is located at Antelope Campground, 18 miles east in the Sagehen
Reservoir area, where firewood can be purchased.  
  
  
  
While the water at the cabin is potable, guests should bring their own supply
of drinking water as a back-up. Bedding, lighting, cookware and utensils are
not provided. Guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.

## Natural Features

Third Fork Cabin sits in a steep mountain landscape heavily forested with old-
growth Ponderosa pine at an approximate elevation of 4,700 feet. Tall grasses
and various hardwoods grow on the site. Small mountain streams containing
native fish flow nearby, and the area is marked by unusual juxtapositions of
basalt and granitic rock.  
  
Wildlife watchers may spot elk or deer wandering through the area during dawn
or dusk, as well as glimpse a bear or moose. Birders can look for a wide
variety of bird species.

## Nearby Attractions

Sagehen Reservoir is a popular recreation area about 18 miles east of the
cabin, offering numerous trails for off-road vehicles, hiking, mountain biking
and horseback riding. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message. Fishing and
boating are permitted in the reservoir, and there is also a picnic area at
Sagehen Dam.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Third Fork Cabin is a former guard station, first established in 1906 as Station 10 and renamed Third Fork in 1908. A cabin was built at that time, which<br>existed until the site was rebuilt by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933. The current cabin's exterior has changed little since that time, with the exception of a metal roof being added sometime before 1984.  <br>The cabin is available between mid-April until late-October, and is accessible by car. Many modern comforts are provided at the cabin, but guests may need to bring some additional supplies and gear for their stay.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Anglers can fish in adjacent Squaw Creek, and big game hunting is also a popular pastime.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This rustic cabin sleeps four people with one double bed and two single beds with mattresses. Other amenities include a propane cook range, table with chairs, hot water heater, indoor flush toilet, shower and propane heater and refrigerator. A picnic table, campfire ring and pedestal grill sit within the fenced yard.<br><br><br><br>A camp host is located at Antelope Campground, 18 miles east in the Sagehen Reservoir area, where firewood can be purchased.<br><br> <br><br>While the water at the cabin is potable, guests should bring their own supply of drinking water as a back-up. Bedding, lighting, cookware and utensils are not provided. Guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Third Fork Cabin sits in a steep mountain landscape heavily forested with old-growth Ponderosa pine at an approximate elevation of 4,700 feet. Tall grasses and various hardwoods grow on the site. Small mountain streams containing native fish flow nearby, and the area is marked by unusual juxtapositions of basalt and granitic rock.  <br><br>Wildlife watchers may spot elk or deer wandering through the area during dawn or dusk, as well as glimpse a bear or moose. Birders can look for a wide variety of bird species.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Sagehen Reservoir is a popular recreation area about 18 miles east of the cabin, offering numerous trails for off-road vehicles, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.  Click here  for an Idaho OHV safety message. Fishing and boating are permitted in the reservoir, and there is also a picnic area at Sagehen Dam.

THIRD FORK CABIN

Third Fork Cabin

## Overview

The cabin area is open to the general public.Boiling Springs Cabin is a
popular destination for those who enjoy soaking in mineral hot springs that
are adjacent to the cabin. Other hot springs are within the vicinity as well.
Guests who stay here also have a variety of other recreational activities to
enjoy, such as fishing, hiking, and off-road motor vehicle riding.  
  
The cabin offers many conveniences, but guests should bring some supplies like
water and equipment to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay such as padding
for the beds.  
The cabin area is open to the general public and there is sometimes a great
deal of foot traffic.

  
The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter.
Guests arriving in snowy conditions should be prepared to snowmobile 11 miles
to the cabin from the Middle Fork snowmobile parking lot. Refunds are not
given due to poor weather conditions.

## Recreation

Numerous hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are in the
vicinity, including the Middle Fork Trail. Many miles of groomed snowmobile
trails criss-cross the area in winter. Snowshoers and cross-country skiers can
also use the trails in winter.  
  
Sections of the Middle Fork Payette River offers opportunities for rafting,
canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. Anglers can fish for rainbow and bull trout.
Big game hunting is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.  
  
Guests can soak in the on-site hot springs during their stay, and a few other
hot springs are also nearby for soaking.

## Facilities

The cabin accommodates five people. Sleeping quarters consist of one bedroom
with wood stove and includes three rustic single beds (one providing a trundle
bed) with mattresses. A couch, table and chairs, sink, propane cook range and
refrigerator, and wood stove are located in the front room. Some dishes, pots
and pans, and other kitchenware are available. Firewood is provided October 15
through December 31, but it may need to be split. A vault toilet, picnic table
and campfire ring are located outside the cabin. Camp hosts are available
during the summer months at Trail Creek Campground and Boiling Springs
Campground. Potable water is available (hand pump outside) during the summer
season only. Electricity is not available. Guests need to supply their own
lighting and garbage bags. Guests are expected to clean the cabin before
leaving. Bring your own cleaning supplies. Bedding, pillows, and an axe are
not provided.

## Natural Features

Boiling Springs Cabin is located at an elevation of 4025 ft. in a narrow
mountain valley situated between a hot springs, a stream, and the Middle Fork
Payette River. The surrounding mountains are steep and densely forested with
conifers, but the cabin sits in an open meadow with little shade.  
  
Wildlife enthusiasts may spot nesting ospreys along the Middle Fork Payette
River. Elk and deer are often spotted grazing along its banks. Bald eagles,
hawks, quail and a variety of waterfowl also inhabit the area.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (541) 351-1182.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The cabin area is open to the general public.Boiling Springs Cabin is a popular destination for those who enjoy soaking in mineral hot springs that are adjacent to the cabin. Other hot springs are within the vicinity as well. Guests who stay here also have a variety of other recreational activities to enjoy, such as fishing, hiking, and off-road motor vehicle riding. <br><br>The cabin offers many conveniences, but guests should bring some supplies like water and equipment to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay such as padding for the beds.<br>The cabin area is open to the general public and there is sometimes a great deal of foot traffic.</p>
<p><br>The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter. Guests arriving in snowy conditions should be prepared to snowmobile 11 miles to the cabin from the Middle Fork snowmobile parking lot.  Refunds are not given due to poor weather conditions.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Numerous hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are in the vicinity, including the Middle Fork Trail. Many miles of groomed snowmobile trails criss-cross the area in winter. Snowshoers and cross-country skiers can also use the trails in winter.  <br>  <br>Sections of the Middle Fork Payette River offers opportunities for rafting, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. Anglers can fish for rainbow and bull trout. Big game hunting is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.<br>   <br>Guests can soak in the on-site hot springs during their stay, and a few other hot springs are also nearby for soaking.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The cabin accommodates five people. Sleeping quarters consist of one bedroom with wood stove and includes three rustic single beds (one providing a trundle bed) with mattresses. A couch, table and chairs, sink, propane cook range and refrigerator, and wood stove are located in the front room. Some dishes, pots and pans, and other kitchenware are available. Firewood is provided October 15 through December 31, but it may need to be split. A vault toilet, picnic table and campfire ring are located outside the cabin. Camp hosts are available during the summer months at Trail Creek Campground and Boiling Springs Campground. Potable water is available (hand pump outside) during the summer season only. Electricity is not available. Guests need to supply their own lighting and garbage bags. Guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving. Bring your own cleaning supplies.  Bedding, pillows, and an axe are not provided.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Boiling Springs Cabin is located at an elevation of 4025 ft. in a narrow mountain valley situated between a hot springs, a stream, and the Middle Fork Payette River. The surrounding mountains are steep and densely forested with conifers, but the cabin sits in an open meadow with little shade.<br>  <br>Wildlife enthusiasts may spot nesting ospreys along the Middle Fork Payette River. Elk and deer are often spotted grazing along its banks. Bald eagles, hawks, quail and a variety of waterfowl also inhabit the area.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (541) 351-1182.

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## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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. 
<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. <h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>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. <br> <br>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.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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.</p>

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