Mountain View
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates from late May through the end of September. Peak season runs from mid-May through early September.
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.
Atlanta Area Roads 268M & 268MX1 Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public health, safety and natural resources along two short roadways associated with the community of Atlanta's transfer station.
Granite Creek Seasonal Road Closure for Snowmobile Grooming
National Forest System Road 327 (also known as Granite Creek-Rabbit Creek Road) is closed to wheeled motorized vehicles beginning near its junction with Hwy. 21 and ending at the North Fork Boise River bridge near Deer Park.
Lava Fire Road Closure
Updated closure of National Forest System Road 625, and portions of NFSRs 653 and 624 due to safety hazards resulting from the 2024 Lava Fire. These routes are closed to motorized and mechanized travel, but open to foot and livestock use.
Public Safety Occupancy and Use on all Boise National Forest Lands
This Order applies to all National Forest System lands and roads within the Boise National Forest for purposes of public health and safety.
Flat Fire GNA Salvage Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during timber operations near the Flat Fire burn area. These will be in effect from June 20 through December 31, 2025.
Lowman Ranger District Dispersed Camping Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect undeveloped campsites along portions of Highway 21 and National Forest System Roads 582 and 524 from overuse and to let highly impacted areas to recover.
William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
South Fork Salmon Road Closure
This order prohibits motor vehicles on the South Fork Salmon River Road having more than 10,000 lbs on the steering axle and tire width less than nine inches, or more than 300 lbs per inch of tire on all axles, from March 15th through June 1st annually.
Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and natural resources.
Occupancy and Use
Details camping stay restrictions for more than 14 days during any 30-day period throughout the year.
Wilson Creek Trail System Temporary Closure to Motor Vehicle Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect big game during critical life stages.
About
Mountain View Campground is located just east of Lowman, Idaho, along Highway 21 at an elevation of 3,900 feet in the Boise National Forest. Towering Ponderosa pines cover the campground, offering partial shade in most sites, with summer wildflowers dotting the landscape. Deer and elk may occasionally be seen wandering through the area. The South Fork Payette River provides excellent opportunities for whitewater rafting, kayaking, and trout fishing, with the Deadwood and Danskin River Access areas nearby. Popular Kirkham Hot Springs is less than 3 miles from the campground, featuring several soaking pools along the river's edge. Numerous other natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, part of the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway. The campground offers several single-family sites, all accessible, each with a picnic table, campfire ring, and grill. Vault toilets, drinking water, and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved, and a campground host is on-site during the operating season. The area offers scenic byway driving, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks, and trail opportunities.
Directions
From Boise, travel north on Highway 55 to Banks (approximately 38 miles). Turn right (east) onto Highway 17 (Banks-Lowman Road) and travel 31 miles to Lowman. At Lowman, turn left at the intersection of Highway 17 and Highway 21. Proceed east towards Stanley along Highway 21. Mountain View Campground is on the right about 1 mile further at milepost 73.2.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 70ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 259-3361 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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