Edna Creek Campground
Open mid-May through mid-October. Sites are available through Recreation.gov or on a first-come, first-served basis. Located in the 2016 Pioneer Fire burn scar; use caution around hazard trees. The hand water pump is tested monthly and may be shut off if contamination is detected.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 11 at 1:27PM MDT until August 14 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
...MONSOON MOISTURE WILL BRING SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS THURSDAY... A push of monsoon moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms to the region Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Lingering dry surface air will limit the rainfall amounts on Thursday, increasing concern for lightning ignitions. The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. * AFFECTED AREA...In Idaho, Fire Weather Zones 400 Northern Boise BLM, 401 Western Payette National Forest, 402 Eastern Payette National Forest, 403 Northern Boise National Forest, 420 Treasure Valley BLM, 421 Southern Boise/Western Sawtooth NF, including the Camas Prairie, 423 Owyhee Mountains, 424 Western Twin Falls BLM and 426 Southern Highlands. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zones 672 Southern Grasslands, 673 Central Canyonlands and 674 Northwestern Vale BLM. * TIMING...From Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered coverage with abundant lightning. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty erratic winds up to 40 mph. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 8:40PM 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. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette,and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT WEDNESDAY. * IMPACTS...Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 10:29AM 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. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON. * IMPACTS...Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
About
Edna Creek Campground is nestled in a scenic Ponderosa pine forest along Idaho's Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway (Highway 21) at an elevation of 5,700 feet. Located 56 miles northeast of Boise and just 11-18 miles north of historic Idaho City, the campground offers 11 sites in an open area with shade. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, with graveled parking spurs. Two vault toilets and a hand-operated water pump serve the campground. Crooked River runs near the site, providing opportunities for whitefish and rainbow trout fishing. The surrounding area offers numerous trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and ATV use. In winter, the region transforms into a popular destination for backcountry skiing and snowmobiling. The campground sits within the 2016 Pioneer Fire burn scar, so the surrounding landscape includes many burned and downed trees. Campers should exercise caution around hazard trees. Due to the campground's proximity to Highway 21, some road noise is expected. Trash service is not provided; campers must pack out all garbage.
Directions
From Idaho City, drive north on Highway 21 for about 18.5 miles. Edna Creek Campground is on the right at the start of FS Road 384, at milepost 56.8.
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 | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 52ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 392-3700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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