## Overview

Forested campground situated along the Secesh River at an elevation of 5,650'.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****ht**
**tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to your arrival** as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

Local activities include fly fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. The Secesh
River Trail #080 and Loon Lake Trail #081 both comprise a portion of the
popular Loon Lake Loop and depart directly from the campground. The historic
town of Warren as well as Burgdorf Hot Springs are within easy driving
distance.

## Facilities

Each of nine sites includes a picnic table, fire ring, and several are
equipped for stock use. There is typically potable water available June -
September. There are no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your
trash.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Forested campground situated along the Secesh River at an elevation of 5,650'. </p>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>ht</strong></a> <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong>  prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Local activities include fly fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. The Secesh River Trail #080 and Loon Lake Trail #081 both comprise a portion of the popular Loon Lake Loop and depart directly from the campground. The historic town of Warren as well as Burgdorf Hot Springs are within easy driving distance.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each of nine sites includes a picnic table, fire ring, and several are equipped for stock use. There is typically potable water available June - September. There are no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash. </p>

Picnic table and fire ring surrounded by forest.

Forested campsite with picnic table and fire ring.

Secesh River flowing near Chinook Campground

Chinook Campground

Chinook

## Overview

Newy renovated, we are excited to offer rental of the Burgdorf Cabin. The
rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two
bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. This location provides access to
abundant recreation in the area.

## Recreation

This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf
Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1
Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the
Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally,
this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest,
including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic
towns of Secesh and Warren.

## Facilities

The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two
bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. There are solar powered lights, and a
wood burning stove. The two bedrooms include a queen bed in each room. This
cabin was fully renovated in 2024.

Limited kitchen utensils such as dished and silverware are provided, but
please bring your own so you have what you need.

## Natural Features

Forested site adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet. Summer
days are typically warm and nights are cool.

## Nearby Attractions

The three site Burgdorf Campground is adjacent to the Guard Station.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Newy renovated, we are excited to offer rental of the Burgdorf Cabin. The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. This location provides access to abundant recreation in the area. </p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1 Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally, this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest, including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic towns of Secesh and Warren.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. There are solar powered lights, and a wood burning stove. The two bedrooms include a queen bed in each room. This cabin was fully renovated in 2024. </p>
<p>Limited kitchen utensils such as dished and silverware are provided, but please bring your own so you have what you need.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Forested site adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The three site Burgdorf Campground is adjacent to the Guard Station. </p>

Red painted cabin with white trim and green roof. Fence along the front.

Kitched with white refridgerator and stove and wooden cabinets.

Living space with wood burning stove, dining table, and coffee table. Kitchen in background.

Burgdorf Cabin

Burgdorf Guard Station

## Overview

Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250'. Three
sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and
fire ring.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf
Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1
Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the
Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally,
this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest,
including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic
towns of Secesh and Warren.

## Facilities

Three sites are spaced among the trees, with picnic tables and fire rings at
each. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a
vault toilet and potable water. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles;
please pack out your trash. Volunteer Camp Hosts are present from June to
September to assist visitors.

## Natural Features

Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet.
Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby Burgdorf Hot Springs is privately owned, featuring three developed
pools with sandy bottoms.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250'. Three sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and fire ring. </p>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong>  prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1 Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally, this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest, including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic towns of Secesh and Warren. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Three sites are spaced among the trees, with picnic tables and fire rings at each. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a vault toilet and potable water. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles; please pack out your trash. Volunteer Camp Hosts are present from June to September to assist visitors.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The nearby Burgdorf Hot Springs is privately owned, featuring three developed pools with sandy bottoms. </p>

Accessible toilet at Burgdorf Campground

Burgdorf Campground sign

Payette National Forest Burdorf Campground sign

Burgdorf Campground

Burgdorf

## Overview

Six shady sites among the trees offer relief from the summer heat.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

Trail #222 leaves from the campground and there is trail access to the Idaho
Centennial Trail via the Jeanette Creek Trail #140. This area is also within
walking distance of Burgdorf Hot Springs, developed hot pools open to the
public. The historic towns of Secesh and Warren, and the Warren Guard Station,
are also within driving distance.

## Facilities

Six sites are spaced among the trees, with picnic tables and fire rings at
each. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. **Large camp
trailers and motorhomes are not recommended** ; pace is tight. There is an
accessible vault toilet and there is no available drinking water. Water is
available at nearby Burgdorf Campground. There are no hookups and no trash
receptacles; please pack out your trash.

## Natural Features

Forested campground at an approximate elevation of 6,144 feet. Summer days are
typically warm and nights are cool.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Six shady sites among the trees offer relief from the summer heat.  </p>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov </strong></a><strong>mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong>  prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Trail #222 leaves from the campground and there is trail access to the Idaho Centennial Trail via the Jeanette Creek Trail #140. This area is also within walking distance of Burgdorf Hot Springs,  developed hot pools open to the public. The historic towns of Secesh and Warren, and the Warren Guard Station, are also within driving distance.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Six sites are spaced among the trees, with picnic tables and fire rings at each. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. <strong>Large camp trailers and motorhomes are not recommended</strong>; pace is tight. There is an accessible vault toilet and there is no available drinking water. Water is available at nearby Burgdorf Campground. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles; please pack out your trash. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Forested campground at an approximate elevation of 6,144 feet. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.</p>

Jeanette Campground

Narrow access road into Jeanette Campground with parking spurs on the right.

Narrow access road at Jeanette Campground

Access road with parking areas for campsites along the right-hand side of the road.

Jeanette campsite with picnic table

Jeanette

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Campsite in the pines with picnic table and fire grill.

Campsite in the forest with picnic table and fire grill.

View of river from campsite with picnic table and fire ring.

Campsite in the ponderosa pines with picnic table and fire grill.

Secesh Campground

## Overview

This campground is located adjacent to the Secesh River and offers beautiful
river views. There are eleven camp sites.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****ht**
**tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to your arrival** as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

There is fishing and trail access.

## Facilities

There are eleven camp sites, drinking water, fire-pits, tables, toilets, pack
in/pack out. Please pack out your own trash. No hook-ups.

## Nearby Attractions

The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and
is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds
and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674).
The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National
Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This campground is located adjacent to the Secesh River and offers beautiful river views. There are eleven camp sites.</p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>ht</strong></a> <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>There is fishing and trail access. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are eleven camp sites, drinking water, fire-pits, tables, toilets, pack in/pack out. Please pack out your own trash. No hook-ups.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674). The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National Forest.</p>

Forested campsite with picnic table, fire ring and grill.

Forested campsite with picnic table, pedestal grill and fire pit.

Ponderosa Campground

Ponderosa Campground site with table and fire ring

Ponderosa

## Overview

Upper Payette Lake Campground is located 16 miles from McCall, Idaho, on the
shores of beautiful Upper Payette Lake. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and
exploring local trails.

Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR
code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If
this option is available, you will need to first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

Upper Payette Lake is a no-wake lake that offers great fishing, canoeing and
kayaking opportunities. The paved, mile-long Shoreline Trail begins in the
campground and several additional hiking and biking trails begin just across
the road from the entrance.

## Facilities

The campground offers two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 and 30
guests. Several additional single and double-family sites are available as
well. All sites are accessible; some have lake views and some have lake
access.  
  
Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A boat ramp, day-use site and
several paved pathways are located in the campground. Roads and parking spurs
are gravel.

## Natural Features

The lake is situated at the foot of the Salmon River Mountains at an
approximate elevation of 5,900 feet. Engelmann spruce and lodgepole pine
forest the site, providing partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant.
Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Upper Payette Lake Campground is located 16 miles from McCall, Idaho, on the shores of beautiful Upper Payette Lake. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.</p>

<p>Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</a>  prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Upper Payette Lake is a  no-wake lake that offers great fishing, canoeing and kayaking opportunities. The paved, mile-long Shoreline Trail begins in the campground and several additional hiking and biking trails begin just across the road from the entrance.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 and 30 guests. Several additional single and double-family sites are available as well. All sites are accessible; some have lake views and some have lake access.<br/>
<br/>
Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A boat ramp, day-use site and several paved pathways are located in the campground. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The lake is situated at the foot of the Salmon River Mountains at an approximate elevation of 5,900 feet. Engelmann spruce and lodgepole pine forest the site, providing partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.</p>

Upper Payette Lake from the Campground Site 7 with lake in the background.

Upper Payette Lake from the Campground Site 7 with lake in the background

UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND Campsite (4) with view of lake in the background.

Upper Payette Lake on a calm morning.

Upper Payette Lake Campground Site 6

UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND

Campsite at Upper Payette Lake Campground.

UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND with camper

Campsite in Upper Payette Lake Campground.

UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND Site

Upper Payette Lake Campground

## Overview

Hazard Lake Campground is situated along the shore of Hazard Lake at an
elevation of 7,050’, Hazard Lake Campground presents convenient lakeside
access and abundant recreational opportunities.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

The Upper Hazard Lake Trail #169 departs directly from Hazard Lake. The
surrounding area presents plenty of additional trail access for multiuse
enjoyment. Motorized use on the lake is limited by a “no wake” restriction and
there is no boat ramp available so lightweight, portable watercraft are
recommended.

## Facilities

Each of 12 sites includes a fire ring and picnic table. Potable water is
typically available July – September.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Hazard Lake Campground is situated along the shore of Hazard Lake at an elevation of 7,050’, Hazard Lake Campground presents convenient lakeside access and abundant recreational opportunities.</p>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong>  prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Upper Hazard Lake Trail #169 departs directly from Hazard Lake. The surrounding area presents plenty of additional trail access for multiuse enjoyment. Motorized use on the lake is limited by a “no wake” restriction and there is no boat ramp available so lightweight, portable watercraft are recommended.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each of 12 sites includes a fire ring and picnic table. Potable water is typically available July – September.</p>

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