Lower O'brien Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Operating season is June through September. First-come, first-served only. Limited to 10 days occupancy within a 30-day period.
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
Lower O'Brien Campground is a first-come, first-served campground located along the Salmon River in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. The campground features 10 campsites including 1 double-site nestled in a lodgepole pine forest setting. The Salmon River offers excellent fishing opportunities for steelhead and trout, while the nearby Sunbeam Hot Springs provides a natural soaking experience at 169 degrees Fahrenheit (temperature can be adjusted by moving rocks to allow cooler river water to flow in). The Warm Springs Creek Trail is easily accessible from the campground for day hiking and backpacking. For those interested in river recreation, a boat ramp at Yankee Fork provides access to 14 miles of Class III and IV rapids. History enthusiasts can explore the mining heritage of the area by touring the Land of the Yankee Fork north of Sunbeam Dam on Forest Road 013. The Sunbeam Dam, built to power mining operations on the Yankee Fork, remains the only dam ever constructed on the Salmon River before being partially destroyed with dynamite in 1934. Occupancy is limited to 10 days within a 30-day period within a 30-mile radius of SNRA. Campsites must be occupied the first night and cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours. Pets must be leashed, and horses are permitted.
Directions
From Stanley, go northeast 14 miles on ID 75, then turn south on Forest Road 454. Proceed past Upper O'Brien Campground to Lower O'Brien.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $13 - $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 423-7500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
Availability
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