Hayfork Group Campground
Closed for the season. Operates mid-May through mid-October. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov for the entire group site.
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…
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
About
Hayfork Group Campground sits at 5,100 feet elevation along the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway (Highway 21), about 11 miles north of historic Idaho City. The campground reserves as a single group site for up to 50 people, making it suitable for family reunions, scout groups, or small gatherings. The open site has limited shade despite the surrounding ponderosa pine forest. Facilities include vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump (tested monthly but may shut off without notice), multiple picnic tables, a grill, and a campfire circle with benches. A dumpster is provided for trash. Mores Creek flows between the highway and campground, offering whitefish and rainbow trout fishing. The area has numerous trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and OHV use. Bear activity occurs in the area; food must be stored in approved containers. Cell service is limited, with the nearest coverage in Idaho City (10 miles) or Mores Creek Summit (4 miles). Horse and pack animals are not permitted at this site.
Directions
From Idaho City, take Highway 21 north for about 11 miles to the campground. The entrance is on the east side of the road.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 392-3700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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