Lafferty
Open for the 2026 season. Water systems are not yet operational; campers should bring their own drinking water. Typical season runs mid-May through late September or early October.
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About
Lafferty Campground is a small, quiet campground with 8 sites nestled along a creek in the Hornet/Cuddy Mountain area of Payette National Forest. Located 20 miles northwest of Council, Idaho via Hornet Ridge Road, the campground provides a peaceful setting for those seeking a remote forest experience without venturing too far from paved roads. The campground features a paved loop road that accommodates medium-sized RVs, though no hookups are available. Each site includes a picnic table, and vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is typically available from a hand pump during the summer season. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leash. All sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis at $10 per night. Campers can pay on-site using the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out at 11:00 a.m.
Directions
From Highway 95 in Council, Idaho, take the Council to Cuprum Road #002 (Hornet Ridge Road) twenty miles northwest to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 253-0100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Payette NF Lafferty Campground |
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