Lake Cleveland Campground - West Side
Closed — Closed for the season. Late season snowdrifts typically block access until early to mid-July. The summer season runs from mid-July through Labor Day.
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.
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This over covers occupancy and use requirements of the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Occupancy and Use
This covers occupancy and use requirements, including stay limits, for the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Lake Cleveland Campground - West Side is a popular summer recreation facility located at 8,300 feet elevation in an alpine lake basin below Mt. Harrison (9,240 feet) in the Sawtooth National Forest. The campground features nine first-come, first-served campsites on the west side of the lake. Due to steep terrain and limited space, the West Side is not recommended for trailers; the East Side is better suited for large RVs and trailers. The campground is situated near the timberline with expansive alpine wildflower meadows and offers spectacular views north across the Snake River Plain and south into Utah and Nevada. Lake Cleveland provides excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, and non-motorized boating. Motorized recreation is limited to system roads and trails only. Nearby attractions include the Mt. Harrison fire lookout tower (open most weekends), Pomerelle ski area with lift-served mountain bike and hiking trails, and Twin Lakes Campground two miles away with equestrian facilities and access to the Skyline Trail. Campers are limited to 14 consecutive days within a 28-day period.
Directions
From Interstate 84, take exit 216 and follow State Highway 77 south approximately 18 miles through Declo and Albion to Howell Canyon Road. Turn west at the Pomerelle Ski Area sign and drive up the canyon on Howell Canyon Road another 7 miles. The road is steep and winding. Look for an entrance sign on your right. Use caution with travel trailers and RVs, as not all campground loops are suitable for trailer turnarounds.
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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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 678-0430 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
Availability
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