Barneys Campground
Closed for the season. Opens June 19 with full services including drinking water and vault toilets through September 30. After September 30, the area reverts to dispersed camping with no water or toilet facilities until snow closes access.
Red Flag Warning issued August 13 at 1:28PM MDT until August 14 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
...MONSOON MOISTURE WILL BRING SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS TODAY AND TOMORROW... A push of monsoon moisture will bring a mix of wet and dry scattered thunderstorms to the region this afternoon through Friday evening. Lingering dry surface air will limit the rainfall amounts on Thursday and Friday morning, increasing concern for lightning ignitions. * AFFECTED AREA...In Idaho, Fire Weather Zones 400 Northern Boise BLM, 401 Western Payette National Forest, 402 Eastern Payette National Forest, 403 Northern Boise National Forest, 420 Treasure Valley BLM, 421 Southern Boise/Western Sawtooth NF and including the Camas Prairie. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zones 670 Burns BLM, 671 Steens Mountain and 672 Southern Grasslands. * TIMING...Until 6 AM MDT /5 AM PDT/ Friday. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered coverage with abundant lightning. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty erratic winds up to 45 mph. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Hydrologic Outlook issued August 13 at 12:43PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
ESFBOI Monsoon moisture will bring a threat of thunderstorms to the region through Saturday evening for much of the area. High atmospheric moisture will allow for isolated thunderstorms producing heavy rain accumulations, leading to an increased threat of flash flooding especially for the recent wildfire burn scars. Friday and Saturday have the highest chance for locally heavy rains, especially near the ID-NV border, and high terrain in southwest Idaho. Burn scars have the highest risk for flash flooding. Several burn scars across the area including the Wapiti burn scar near Grandjean, ID, the Fox burn scar near Richland, OR, the Tartar burn scar near Weiser, ID, the Coleman Creek burn scar near Juntura, OR and the Big Grass Fire burn scar near Jordan Valley, OR are of particular concern for flash flooding and debris flows. Please monitor the latest weather conditions if traveling near these areas.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
About
Barneys Campground occupies a scenic position on the northeast shore of Deadwood Reservoir at 5,300 feet in the Boise National Forest. The 8 campsites are nestled in a mixed-growth pine forest that provides ample shade and views of the reservoir. Summer wildflowers are abundant throughout the area. The remote location makes Deadwood Reservoir quiet and unpopulated compared to more accessible destinations. Fishing is exceptional for Chinook and Kokanee salmon as well as rainbow and cutthroat trout. Boating, water skiing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities, with a developed boat ramp available approximately 5.75 miles away at Cozy Cove Campground. The surrounding area offers numerous trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and ATV use. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets, picnic tables, and seasonal drinking water but no electricity, showers, or hookups. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.
Directions
From Boise, travel north on Highway 55 to Banks (~38 miles), then east on Highway 17 to Lowman (~31 miles). Follow Highway 21 northeast approximately 40 miles, then turn west onto FS Road 579 at Banner Creek/Cape Horn Summit. Continue through Bear Valley, intersect FS Road 555, and turn left south toward the reservoir.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 259-3361 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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