Mormon Bend Campground
Currently closed. The campground typically operates April through September 30. Opens early in the season to accommodate steelhead fishermen. All 15 sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
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About
Mormon Bend Campground sits at the edge of the Salmon River, 8 miles northeast of Stanley along Highway 75 in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. The 15-site campground, including one double-site, is nestled in a lodgepole pine forest interspersed with sagebrush and open meadows. The riverside location provides direct access to fishing for trout and steelhead, and the campground opens early in the season specifically to accommodate steelhead fishermen. A designated put-in for float boaters is located within the campground, making it a convenient launch point for rafting and kayaking the Salmon River. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, and picnic tables at each site. All sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Payment is made on-site via QR code through the Recreation.gov mobile app. The campground enforces a 10-day stay limit, with campers required to occupy their site the first night and not leave for more than 24 hours thereafter. Pets are welcome but must remain on a leash. Horse and pack animals are also permitted.
Directions
From Stanley, go 8 miles northeast on ID 75. Turn right into the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 - $20 |
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 |
Availability
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