Pettit Campground and Picnic Area is composed of 8 individual units.The area
is suitable for motor homes, trailers and tent camping. This is a fee
campground. Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the
campground entrance. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually
between June and September. Campground amenities include toilets. A campground
host manages the campground and visits the area weekly. No water is available
at this site.

<p>Pettit Campground and Picnic Area is composed of 8 individual units.The area is suitable for motor homes, trailers and tent camping. This is a fee campground. Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the campground entrance. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June and September. Campground amenities include toilets. A campground host manages the campground and visits the area weekly. No water is available at this site.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Pettit Campground

## 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 Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</strong></p>

Upper Penstemon Campground

Diamondfield Jack Campground and Picnic Area is located at the end of a paved
road in Rock Creek. The campground is suitable for motor homes, trailers, and
tent camping. This area is accessible year around. Campground amenities
include drinking water, wheelchair accessible toilets, picnic tables, warming
shelter, parking area, and fire rings. It is a winter play area from December
through March. Pike Mountain and Eagle Trails (#239 and #243) are easy multi-
use trails nearby.

<p>Diamondfield Jack Campground and Picnic Area is located at the end of a paved road in Rock Creek. The campground is suitable for motor homes, trailers, and tent camping. This area is accessible year around. Campground amenities include drinking water, wheelchair accessible toilets, picnic tables, warming shelter, parking area, and fire rings. It is a winter play area from December through March. Pike Mountain and Eagle Trails (#239 and #243) are easy multi-use trails nearby.</p>

Diamondfield Jack Campground

## 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 Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</strong></p>

## Overview

Lower Penstemon Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in
southern Idaho, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Visitors come to the area to
enjoy its abundant trails and natural beauty.

## Recreation

Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails
crisscross the surrounding area. Third Fork, Pike Mountain, Rim View and
Porcupine Spring trails all begin nearby. Rock Creek runs along the
campground, offering good trout fishing.

## Facilities

The campground contains single-family campsites with picnic tables and
campfire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and
parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Because the campground is
situated along the main road, some noise from passing cars is to be expected.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a mixed conifer and aspen forest, just off Rock
Creek Road. Most sites have partial shade. Summer wildflowers dot the
landscape and wildlife can be seen frequently in the surrounding area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Lower Penstemon Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in southern Idaho, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its abundant trails and natural beauty.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Third Fork, Pike Mountain, Rim View and Porcupine Spring trails all begin nearby. Rock Creek runs along the campground, offering good trout fishing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains single-family campsites with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Because the campground is situated along the main road, some noise from passing cars is to be expected.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a mixed conifer and aspen forest, just off Rock Creek Road. Most sites have partial shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape and wildlife can be seen frequently in the surrounding area.

LOWER PENSTEMON CAMPSITE

Campsite 3

LOWER PENSTEMON

LOWER PENSTEMON CAMPSITE 2

LOWER PENSTEMON RESTROOM

Enjoy a lovely day trip and picnic surrounded by the beautiful flora and fauna at Lower Penstemon.

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Lower Penstemon

## Overview

Porcupine Springs Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in
southern Idaho. It sits at an elevation of 6,950 feet. Visitors enjoy the area
for its abundance of trails and scenic beauty.

## Recreation

Numerous hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails begin
within or near the campground, including Porcupine Springs, Ross Falls, Rim
View, Pike Mountain and Third Fork trails. Fishing is popular on Rock Creek.

## Facilities

This large campground contains three group sites that each accommodate up to
50 and 100 people. The recently updated sites are accessible and equipped with
picnic tables, grills, serving and utility tables and campfire circles. The
group site on Loop C has large corrals for horses.  
  
Several single-family campsites are available as well. Each is equipped with a
picnic table, campfire ring, grill and a utility table. Additional sites not
listed for reservation are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host is
located on-site. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a scenic forest of pine and aspen trees. Summer
wildflowers are vivid and abundant, and wildlife frequents the area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Porcupine Springs Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in southern Idaho. It sits at an elevation of 6,950 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its abundance of trails and scenic beauty.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Numerous hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails begin within or near the campground, including Porcupine Springs, Ross Falls, Rim View, Pike Mountain and Third Fork trails. Fishing is popular on Rock Creek.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This large campground contains three group sites that each accommodate up to 50 and 100 people. The recently updated sites are accessible and equipped with picnic tables, grills, serving and utility tables and campfire circles. The group site on Loop C has large corrals for horses.<br/>
<br/>
Several single-family campsites are available as well. Each is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring, grill and a utility table. Additional sites not listed for reservation are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host is located on-site. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a scenic forest of pine and aspen trees. Summer wildflowers are vivid and abundant, and wildlife frequents the area.

Porcupine Springs campground, has 19 sites ,4 reservable sites, 4 equestrian sites, 3 reservable groupsites

PORCUPINE SPRINGS LOOP

Horse Corral

Large recreation area for LOOP reservations. This site is perfect for large family reunions!

PORCUPINE SPRINGS Alternate LOOP

LOOP

Single Camp Site

PORCUPINE SPRINGS Single Site

Porcupine Springs campground, has 19 sites ,4 reservable sites, 4 equestrian sites, 3 reservable group site ,Little Fork  Trailhead Ohv ,Equestian, Biking , to access multiple 50" and single track trail systems  s

Porcupine Springs

CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE



Father and Sons Campground and Picnic Area is a developed campground located
near Cottonwood Ridge. The campground is composed of 12 individual units and 1
group units that can accommodate a total of 100 people. The campground is
suitable for trailer and tent camping. This area is accessible for a season
that varies usually between June and September. Campground amenities include
toilets. The area is attractive for exploration on an ATV or a mountain bike.
Fishing opportunities can be found nearby at Big Cottonwood Creek.

<p>CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Father and Sons Campground and Picnic Area is a developed campground located near Cottonwood Ridge. The campground is composed of 12 individual units and&nbsp;1 group units that can accommodate a total of 100 people. The campground is suitable for trailer and tent camping. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June and September. Campground amenities include toilets. The area is attractive for exploration on an ATV or a mountain bike. Fishing opportunities can be found nearby at Big Cottonwood Creek.</p>

Father and Sons Campground

CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE



Third Fork Trailhead Picnic and Campground area is composed of 5 individual
units and an accessible vault toilet. This area is suitable for motor homes
and trailers and best suited for day use. Barrier free stock loading is
available. Amenities include toilets and an accessible transfer station. Third
Fork Trail (#004) is an easy multi-use trail that accesses an extensive trail
system including Wahlstrom Hollow (#38) and Rim View Trails (#235), the latter
a hiking/horse trail over moderate terrain. Rim View Trail is 9.5 miles long
and runs from Buckskin Ridge to the confluence of Third and Fourth Forks of
Rock Creek; it is open to foot and horse travel only. There is an approximate
gain of 1900 ft. from the third Fork Trailhead end of the trail on Buckskin
Ridge as it generally follows a gentle moderate grade of 8%. The trail crosses
several live streams and for the most part goes through areas covered with
sub-alpine fir and aspen trees. Excellent views of Rock Creek abound as the
trail traverses the canyon rim along the west side of Rock Creek. During the
winter, there is great skiing on the Rock Creek Trail, just south of this
campground. Opening off the head of Rock Creek are 4 cross-country ski trails
ranging in length from 1.2 to 8.1 miles; three of the trails are groomed and
signed.

<p>CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Third Fork Trailhead Picnic and Campground area is composed of 5 individual units and an accessible vault toilet. This area is suitable for motor homes and trailers and best suited for day use. Barrier free stock loading is available. Amenities include toilets and an accessible transfer station. Third Fork Trail (#004) is an easy multi-use trail that accesses an extensive trail system including Wahlstrom Hollow (#38) and Rim View Trails (#235), the latter a hiking/horse trail over moderate terrain. Rim View Trail is 9.5 miles long and runs from Buckskin Ridge to the confluence of Third and Fourth Forks of Rock Creek; it is open to foot and horse travel only. There is an approximate gain of 1900 ft. from the third Fork Trailhead end of the trail on Buckskin Ridge as it generally follows a gentle moderate grade of 8%. The trail crosses several live streams and for the most part goes through areas covered with sub-alpine fir and aspen trees. Excellent views of Rock Creek abound as the trail traverses the canyon rim along the west side of Rock Creek. During the winter, there is great skiing on the Rock Creek Trail, just south of this campground. Opening off the head of Rock Creek are 4 cross-country ski trails ranging in length from 1.2 to 8.1 miles; three of the trails are groomed and signed.</p>

Third Fork Campground

Bear Gulch Campground is a developed campground composed of 8 individual units
and 1 group unit near the Shoshone Wildlife Pond. The area is suitable for
trailer and tent camping. This area is accessible for a season that varies
usually between May and October. Campground amenities include toilets and the
facilities are handicapped accessible. A short trail from the campground goes
to the pond which is fenced to provide habitat for bird and wildlife species;
fishing is available in the creek and pond. For equestrians, there is a
barrier-free stock loading ramp and corral near the campground. The area is a
winter play area from December through March.

<p>Bear Gulch Campground is a developed campground composed of 8 individual units and 1 group unit near the Shoshone Wildlife Pond. The area is suitable for trailer and tent camping. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between May and October. Campground amenities include toilets and the facilities are handicapped accessible. A short trail from the campground goes to the pond which is fenced to provide habitat for bird and wildlife species; fishing is available in the creek and pond. For equestrians, there is a barrier-free stock loading ramp and corral near the campground. The area is a winter play area from December through March.</p>

Bear Gulch Campground

Bostetter Campground is composed of 10 individual units and 1 group unit. It
is located in a stand of Lodgepole pine and stretches along Cottonwood Creek
with one site tucked up above in some Aspen trees. The campground is pack it
in and pack it out. The area is suitable for trailer and tent camping. Anglers
can take advantage of a nearby stream. Campground amenities toilets.

<p>Bostetter Campground is composed of 10 individual units and 1 group unit. It is located in a stand of Lodgepole pine and stretches along Cottonwood Creek with one site tucked up above in some Aspen trees. The campground is pack it in and pack it out. The area is suitable for trailer and tent camping. Anglers can take advantage of a nearby stream. Campground amenities toilets.</p>

Bostetter Campground

Steer Basin Campground

CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE



Harrington Fork Picnic Area is accessible for a season that varies usually
between April and October. The picnic area is fully accessible. Amenities
include hand pumps and handicapped accessible toilets. No overnight camping is
allowed. The Harrington Fork Trail (#006) is immediately accessible to the
picnic area and it is a moderate terrain ten mile multi-use trail. Anglers can
take advantage of the Harrington Fork Rock Creek that runs near the picnic
area.

<p>CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Harrington Fork Picnic Area is accessible for a season that varies usually between April and October. The picnic area is fully accessible. Amenities include hand pumps and handicapped accessible toilets. No overnight camping is allowed. The Harrington Fork Trail (#006) is immediately accessible to the picnic area and it is a moderate terrain ten mile multi-use trail. Anglers can take advantage of the Harrington Fork Rock Creek that runs near the picnic area.</p>

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