ICE HOLE CAMPGROUND
Currently closed for the season. Opens mid-May and operates through mid-September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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
Ice Hole Campground sits in a scenic mountain meadow surrounded by dense pine forest in the remote backcountry of Boise National Forest. Located along Johnson Creek near its confluence with the South Fork Salmon River, this primitive 10-site campground serves as a gateway to the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, the largest contiguous wilderness area in the lower 48 states. Wildlife is abundant in this area, with deer, elk, bear, and moose frequently spotted. Bald eagles soar overhead, and the nearby streams offer fishing opportunities. The campground is popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians accessing wilderness trailheads. Each campsite is equipped with a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. This is a truly primitive experience with no potable water, no cell service, and no hookups. Campers should come fully self-sufficient and prepared for remote backcountry conditions. The access road is narrow and may be rough in spots, though passable by most vehicles.
Directions
From Boise, travel north on State Highway 55 approximately 80 miles to Cascade. Continue north on Highway 55 to Warm Lake Road (Forest Highway 22) and proceed northeast approximately 25 miles to Warm Lake. Forest Highway 22 becomes Forest Service Road 579; continue east along FS Road 579 about 10 miles to the intersection with FS Road 413. Turn north on FS Road 413 and proceed approximately 20 miles to Ice Hole Campground.
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) 382-7400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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