River Side
Closed for the season. Reopens June 19, 2026. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Season runs mid-June through September 30. After the regular season, dispersed camping is allowed until snow arrives but water and toilet services are unavailable.
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
River Side Campground occupies a peaceful spot on the Deadwood River at the north end of Deadwood Reservoir in Idaho's Boise National Forest. At 5,300 feet elevation, the campground sits in a mixed-growth pine forest that provides shade and views of the river. The remote setting keeps crowds minimal while offering quality fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, and cutthroat trout. The eight primitive waterfront sites feature direct river access, dirt roads, and dirt parking spurs. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. A vault toilet is located uphill from the camping area, and potable water is available from a hand pump. No electric hookups are provided. A boat ramp is available about 2 miles away at Cozy Cove Campground. Beyond fishing and boating, the area offers hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV trails. After the regular season ends September 30, dispersed camping is permitted until snow arrives, though water and toilet facilities are not maintained during that period.
Directions
From Boise, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway east to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579. Continue on FR 579 to Deadwood Reservoir.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 259-3361 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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