Banner Creek Campground

Closed — Closed for the season due to winter conditions. Highway 21 near Banner Summit is subject to seasonal closures from late fall through spring due to snow and avalanche risk. The campground typically opens around mid-June and operates through early fall.

About

Banner Creek Campground is a small, rustic campground located along Idaho Highway 21 in the Salmon-Challis National Forest, between Stanley and Boise. The campground sits in a forested setting with Banner Creek flowing through the area, providing a quiet stopover for travelers along this scenic byway. With only 5 campsites, this intimate campground offers a peaceful experience for those seeking a simple camping setup. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with a cooking grill. The campground provides vault toilet facilities, but campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available on-site. The campground can accommodate trailers and motorhomes up to 32 feet in length, though there are no electric, water, or sewer hookups. This is a first-come, first-served campground with no reservation system. The campground operates seasonally, typically from mid-June through early fall, as Highway 21 in this area is subject to winter closures due to snow and avalanche danger near Banner Summit. The area serves as a trailhead access point for Knapp-Loon Creek Trail in the Cape Horn area and provides convenient access to the scenic byway corridor. Senior and Access pass holders receive a 50% discount on the nightly camping fee.

Directions

From Stanley: Drive 21 miles northwest on Highway 21; campground is on the left side of the highway. From Boise: Drive 111 miles northeast on Highway 21 towards Stanley; campground is on the right side of the highway.

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