Howers
Closed for the season. Opens June 19 and operates through September 30. Dispersed camping available after September 30 until snow, but without water or toilet services.
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.
Pine Flats Campground Area and Road Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during the timber falling operations of hazard trees in and around the Pine Flats Campground. This order is in effect from May 12 at 8:00 a.m. through June 30, 2026. This order will be rescinded if tree removal operations end early.
Deer Point Road, Trail and Area Closure
Beginning May 11, 2026, the Deer Point Forest Stewardship Project, located about 1 mile south of Bogus Basin, will resume its second season of logging and forest restoration work. For everyone’s safety, several temporary road, trail, and area closures will be in effect. This project reduces the…
National Forest System Road #311 Temporary Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public safety during road maintenance operations. The road will be closed to all uses, including foot traffic, beginning 6 AM on Monday through 8 PM on Thursday during the weeks of May 4, May 11 and May 18, 2026.
Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and natural resources.
Antelope & Hollywood Campgrounds Closed for Construction
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during construction and remediation of the Antelope and Hollywood Campgrounds. These campgrounds will be modernized to accommodate more RV camping, improved amenities, more campsites overall, and adding a toilet. Construction is expected to last…
Sage Hen Creek Campground & Boat Ramp, and Eastside Campground closed for construction
Sage Hen Creek and Eastside campgrounds, along with Sage Hen Creek Boat Ramp, will be closed through July 1, 2026 while construction and remediation activities occur to update these sites.
Atlanta Area Roads 268M & 268MX1 Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public health, safety and natural resources along two short roadways associated with the community of Atlanta's transfer station.
Lava Fire Road Closure
Updated closure of National Forest System Road 625, and portions of NFSRs 653 and 624 due to safety hazards resulting from the 2024 Lava Fire. These routes are closed to motorized and mechanized travel, but open to foot and livestock use.
Public Safety Occupancy and Use on all Boise National Forest Lands
This Order applies to all National Forest System lands and roads within the Boise National Forest for purposes of public health and safety.
Lowman Ranger District Dispersed Camping Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect undeveloped campsites along portions of Highway 21 and National Forest System Roads 582 and 524 from overuse and to let highly impacted areas to recover.
William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
South Fork Salmon Road Closure
This order prohibits motor vehicles on the South Fork Salmon River Road having more than 10,000 lbs on the steering axle and tire width less than nine inches, or more than 300 lbs per inch of tire on all axles, from March 15th through June 1st annually. The purpose of this Order is to protect…
Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
Occupancy and Use
Details camping stay restrictions for more than 14 days during any 30-day period throughout the year.
Wilson Creek Trail System Temporary Closure to Motor Vehicle Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect big game during critical life stages.
About
Howers Campground occupies a scenic spot on the northeast shore of Deadwood Reservoir in western Idaho's Boise National Forest. The 10 standard nonelectric sites are nestled in a mixed-growth pine forest that provides ample shade and sweeping views of the reservoir. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets and hand-pump potable water stations available throughout the campground. The remote location keeps Deadwood Reservoir quiet and lightly visited, making it excellent for fishing. Anglers target Chinook and Kokanee salmon along with rainbow and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp is available about two miles away at Cozy Cove Campground. Beyond fishing, visitors enjoy boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV trails around the lake and surrounding landscape. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, though some first-come, first-served sites may be available. After the official season ends September 30, dispersed camping is permitted until snow closes access, though water and toilet services are unavailable during that period.
Directions
From Boise, take State Highway 55 north to Banks. Take Highway 17 (Banks-Lowman Highway) east to Lowman. Continue on Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579 and continue into the campground.
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 | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 259-3361 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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