Big Springs - Caribou
The campground is currently closed for the season. Primary operating season runs late May through early September. After the main season closes, the campground remains open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with limited services and no water or restroom maintenance.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 12:53AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized amounts closer to 3 inches possible in spots. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From noon MDT today through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
Big Springs Campground sits along the scenic banks of Pebble Creek at 6,500 feet elevation in Idaho's Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The campground is divided into two distinct loops: Loop A, shaded by towering Douglas firs, and Loop B, nestled in an aspen grove with picnic shelters. Site options include single, double, and triple standard sites, one large group site accommodating up to 175 people with a shelter, and two equestrian sites equipped with horse corrals and hitching racks. Pebble Creek provides excellent fishing for cutthroat and rainbow trout. The Big Springs Nature Trail offers an easy creekside walk, while the multi-use Boundary Trail departing from the campground accommodates hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and OHVs, connecting to a network of local trails. Sagebrush, grasses, and wildflowers fill the landscape in summer. Lava Hot Springs is a popular day trip destination just 16 miles away, featuring natural hot springs soaking pools, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, water slides, diving platforms, disc golf, and Portneuf River tubing.
Directions
From Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, head east and look for the 'Pebble Area' sign. Turn left onto Blaser Highway/Old Highway 30 and go north on the paved highway for 9 miles to Pebble Creek Road (locally known as Mike's Place or Whiskey Mike's). Turn left across the railroad tracks onto gravel Forest Road 036 and travel about 7 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 70ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 236-7500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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