Bear Valley Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens June 19 and operates through September 30. After September 30, dispersed camping is allowed until snow closes access, but vault toilets are not serviced.
William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
South Fork Salmon Road Closure
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Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
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About
Bear Valley Campground sits along Bear Valley Creek in Idaho's Boise National Forest, within the Lowman Ranger District. The creek is one of the major headwater streams feeding the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. The campground is well shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine, though some trees in the area have succumbed to mountain pine beetle infestation. This is a primitive, no-fee campground with vault toilets, picnic tables, and limited amenities. There is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply. Trash service is not provided; pack out all garbage. Use is moderate to high during summer months and hunting season, with the campground often filling up on weekends. Driveway lengths for RVs are limited at most sites, though two sites can accommodate larger RVs and trailers. After the official season ends on September 30, the campground transitions to dispersed camping status until snow closes access. Vault toilet services are not available after the seasonal closure.
Directions
From Boise, travel north on State Highway 55 to Banks (approximately 38 miles). At Banks, turn east onto State Highway 17 (Banks/Lowman Road) and travel to Lowman (approximately 31 miles). From Lowman, continue northeast on Highway 21 for approximately 40 miles, then turn west on Forest Service Road 579 at Banner Creek/Cape Horn Summit.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 259-3361 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Bear Valley Campground | |
| Lowman Ranger District |
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