Lower Silver Creek Dispersed
Road access to the Silver Creek drainage typically opens in late May once snow clears. Dispersed camping is permitted year-round where accessible. A 14-day stay limit applies within a 5-mile radius during any 28-day period. Check fire restrictions before visiting as fire danger in the Boise Mountains is currently rated High.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:42AM 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 for Sensitive Groups. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT MONDAY. * IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 10:17AM 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 for Sensitive Groups. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT MONDAY. * IMPACTS...Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected.
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.
About
Lower Silver Creek Dispersed offers primitive camping opportunities along the lower stretches of Forest Road 671 (Silver Creek Road) in the Emmett Ranger District of Boise National Forest. Situated at approximately 4,400 feet elevation in Valley County, this dispersed camping area provides a free alternative to the developed Silver Creek Campground located further up the road. As undeveloped National Forest land, there are no designated campsites, amenities, or services. Campers must bring their own water, pack out all trash, and be fully self-sufficient. The 14-day stay limit applies to all camping within a 5-mile radius during any 28-day period. Road access is seasonal, typically available from late May through fall depending on snowpack and road conditions. The surrounding Peace Valley area offers excellent recreation including fishing for rainbow trout and whitefish in Silver Creek and the Middle Fork Payette River. Multiple trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV use are accessible nearby. Silver Creek Plunge, a developed hot springs facility, is located in the valley and provides an amenity option for dispersed campers.
Directions
From Boise, travel north on Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east on Highway 17 (Banks-Lowman Road) and continue approximately 8 miles toward Garden Valley. Turn left onto Forest Road 698 (Middle Fork Road) and pass through Crouch. Continue north on FR 698 for approximately 16 miles to the junction with Forest Road 671 (Silver Creek Road). Turn right onto FR 671; dispersed camping opportunities are found along the lower sections of this road before reaching the developed Silver Creek Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| 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) 365-7000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!