Montpelier Canyon Campground

Closed

Closed for the season. Opens late May through early September with reservations at $10/night. After the season closes, the campground remains accessible year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fee, though vault toilets are unavailable during the off-season.

Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:27PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID

1:27 PM — October 11th, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized amounts closer to 3 inches possible in spots. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Caribou-Targhee National Forest

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.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

Montpelier Canyon Campground is a small, rustic Forest Service campground located three miles east of Montpelier, Idaho on U.S. Highway 89. Nestled along Montpelier Creek at 6,400 feet, the campground sits within dense willow stands that help shelter campsites from traffic noise. The 15 family sites include two tent-only spots and 13 standard sites with picnic tables and vault toilets. The campground serves as a base for fishing Montpelier Creek, which holds rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout. Montpelier Reservoir is within five miles and offers boating, canoeing, and additional fishing with a boat ramp available. Bear Lake, straddling the Utah-Idaho border, is a 35-minute drive away with extensive water recreation. Roads and parking spurs are gravel and tight, making this campground unsuitable for large RVs or trailers. Campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on-site.

Directions

The campground is located three miles east of Montpelier, Idaho on U.S. Highway 89.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed —
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $13

Vehicle

Max RV Length 30ft
Max Trailer Length 30ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 847-0375

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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