Ice Springs Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from late May through the end of September, weather permitting. Access roads close when snow arrives.
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.
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.
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.
Granite Creek Seasonal Road Closure for Snowmobile Grooming
National Forest System Road 327 (also known as Granite Creek-Rabbit Creek Road) is closed to wheeled motorized vehicles beginning near its junction with Hwy. 21 and ending at the North Fork Boise River bridge near Deer Park.
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.
Flat Fire GNA Salvage Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during timber operations near the Flat Fire burn area. These will be in effect from June 20 through December 31, 2025.
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.
Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and natural resources.
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
Ice Springs Campground is a small, developed campground offering 3 free campsites along Fall Creek in the Boise National Forest, approximately 5 miles north of Anderson Ranch Reservoir. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring, and grill, providing basic amenities for tent camping and smaller RVs. The campground features a vault toilet but no potable water, so visitors must bring their own. The location serves as an excellent base for exploring the Anderson Ranch Reservoir area, known for fishing, boating, waterskiing, and riding personal watercraft. Anglers can target smallmouth bass and kokanee salmon. Nearby hiking opportunities include the Camp Creek Trailhead, accessible from the end of Forest Service Road 128, which leads north past Dog Mountain all the way to Horse Ranch Mountain, covering approximately 17 miles. A shorter shuttle hike option is available via the Bear Hole Trailhead to the north on FS Road 129. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system or fees. Access requires traveling forest roads that may be steep or rough in sections, and the campground typically closes for winter due to snow.
Directions
From Mountain Home travel 21 miles northeast on Highway 20. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 134 towards Anderson Ranch Dam. At the dam, turn right onto FS Road 120 and continue northeast past Castle Creek Campground. At the junction of FS Roads 120 and 123, turn north on FS Road 123 and continue approximately 7 miles to Ice Springs Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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) 373-4100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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