Broad Canyon Trailhead
Typically closed due to snow until early June. Operating season is generally June through October, weather and road conditions permitting. First-come, first-served only.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 2:02AM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 475 East Salmon River Mountains/Salmon NF and Fire Weather Zone 476 Lemhi and Lost River Range/Challis NF. * WIND...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...Wind reaching these speeds and humidity drier than 15 percent can result in rapid fire spread and extreme wildfire intensity.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 1:13PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
AQAPIH * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality. Air Quality Index is forecast to degrade from Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. * WHERE...Custer County. * WHEN...Through 3 PM Monday, August 10th. * IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.
About
Broad Canyon Campground and Trailhead sits at 7,800 feet elevation in the Copper Basin area of the Lost River Ranger District. The eight primitive campsites are nestled in a wooded setting, providing a peaceful base for exploring the surrounding backcountry. Equestrians will find hitching rails on site, and the location serves as a jumping-off point for Broad Canyon Trail, Jarvis Trail, and Bellas Trail. The campground is quite remote, reached via a series of forest roads from Mackay. Facilities are minimal: one accessible vault toilet is provided, but no drinking water is available. Campers should come fully self-sufficient with water, food, and supplies. All Salmon-Challis National Forest campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations.
Directions
From Mackay, take US Highway 93 north approximately 16 miles to Trail Creek Road (FS Road 208). Turn left and follow Trail Creek Road approximately 18 miles, then turn left onto Copper Basin Road (FS Road 135). Follow Copper Basin Road 13 miles and turn right onto Copper Basin Loop Road (FS Road 138). Continue 7.5 miles to Broad Canyon Road, turn right, and proceed 0.5 miles to the trailhead and campground.
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) 588-3400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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