Ninemeyer

Summary

Ninemeyer Campground offers a variety of nature activities such as wildlife watching, hiking, mountain biking and fishing along the Middle Fork Boise River, but with no amenities due to a wildfire. The road to the campground is usually accessible by car and weather is usually good from mid-May to late September. Contact the Mountain Home Ranger District for road conditions before heading out.

Overview:

Due to a wildfire, there are no amenities at the campground. 

Currently there are no developed campfire rings therefore when Stage 1 fire restrictions area in effect, no fires are permitted.

A stay at Ninemeyer Campground enables guests to enjoy all the beauty and recreation offered along the (Middle Fork Boise River Road) Forest Service (FS) Road 268. 

Weather is usually good from mid-May through late September and is easily accessible by car in good weather, although the road is sometimes rough and the drive can be seemingly long.  Check with the Mountain Home Ranger District (208-587-7961) on road conditions before heading out.

Natural Features:

The campground is situated along the river and wildlife watchers may want to look for deer and elk. Waterfowl, eagles and osprey are attracted to the river.

Recreation:

There are several trails in the area.  The Mountain Home Ranger District Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) shows trails that are open to hikers, equestrians, mountain bikers and off-road vehicles.

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The Middle Fork Boise River offers excellent rainbow & cutthroat trout fishing and good swimming holes. Big game hunting is a popular activity in season.