BRUNDAGE RESERVOIR DISPERSED
Access depends on snow conditions. Goose Lake Road is typically snow-free and passable from July through October. Early May may still have snow limiting access. Dispersed camping is permitted year-round when roads are accessible. No reservations required, first-come first-served.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:42AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT MONDAY. * IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:17AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT MONDAY. * IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected.
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.
About
Brundage Reservoir Dispersed encompasses primitive camping opportunities on Payette National Forest lands surrounding Brundage Reservoir, located approximately 9 miles north of Highway 55 via Goose Lake Road (Forest Road 257). The reservoir itself has a small day-use site at the dam outlet, but dispersed camping is permitted throughout the surrounding forest lands. This is a true backcountry experience with minimal infrastructure. Campers should be fully self-sufficient with water, supplies, and waste management. The area is best suited for tent camping or small RVs; large rigs will find access roads challenging. Fishing at the reservoir is productive, and small motorboats are allowed. Goose Lake Road typically becomes snow-free from July through October, making this the primary camping season. Winter and spring access is often impossible due to snow accumulation. The 14-day stay limit applies forest-wide, after which campers must relocate at least 5 miles from their original site.
Directions
From Highway 55, take Goose Lake Road (Forest Road 257) located 4.5 miles north of McCall or 6.5 miles east of New Meadows. Drive north approximately 9 miles to reach Brundage Reservoir. Road conditions vary; high clearance vehicle recommended.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 634-0700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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