RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND
The campground is currently closed for the season. Water pumps and toilets are locked. Typically opens mid-May and operates through mid-October, weather dependent.
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.
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…
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.
About
Riverside Campground is a secluded destination located along the Middle Fork of the Boise River in Boise National Forest, approximately 68 miles east of the Arrowrock Reservoir turnoff on Forest Service Road 268. The campground sits near the small historic mining community of Atlanta, Idaho, offering a true backcountry camping experience. The 11-site campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and potable water during the operating season. The surrounding area offers diverse recreation opportunities including fishing in the Middle Fork of the Boise River, day hiking, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, and access to OHV trails. The road to the campground is narrow and can be rough, making this destination best suited for those seeking a remote, undeveloped camping experience rather than RV travelers.
Directions
From Boise, travel State Highway 21 north to the Arrowrock Reservoir turnoff, then head east on Forest Service Road 268 approximately 68 miles to the campground. The road is narrow and may be rough in sections.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 373-4100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Riverside Campground (Idaho City) |
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