Brownlee
Open for the season. The campground operates mid-May through late September or early October. First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations. Payment available on-site via Recreation.gov mobile app QR code.
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…
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About
Brownlee Campground sits in a grove of Ponderosa pines that provide welcome shade during hot Idaho summers. The 11-site campground is located just off Highway 71, about 16 miles northwest of Cambridge, making it accessible yet removed enough from the main road to maintain a peaceful atmosphere. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available. Payment of the $10 nightly fee can be made on-site via the Recreation.gov mobile app's QR code scanning feature, though visitors should download the app before arriving due to limited cell service in the area. Potable water is available from a hand pump, and vault toilets are provided. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. The 16-foot maximum limit for RVs means this campground is best suited for tent camping, truck campers, and small trailers. The nearby Brownlee Area offers access to hiking, fishing, and boating on Brownlee Reservoir. Dogs are welcome but should be kept on leash.
Directions
Sixteen miles northwest of Cambridge on Highway 71, then one mile east on Forest Road 044.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 549-4200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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