Sawtooth National Forest - Grandjean Campground
The campground operates seasonally from June through September 21. Based on the typical opening schedule, it should open in early June 2026. All sites are first-come, first-served only with no reservations. Campers must physically arrive to claim and pay for a site.
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.
Summit Creek Fire Area Road and Trail Closure
This order covers areas closed in the interest of public safety due to the Summit Creek Fire.
Fox Creek Temporary Trail & Trailhead Closures
Implementation of the Fox Creek Bridge Replacement Project will require intermittent, temporary trail and trailhead closures. Unscheduled closures may be necessary, but here are some target dates for visitors to keep in mind when planning activities in the area:May 11-14, 2026: Trailhead will be…
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Grandjean Campground occupies an old-growth ponderosa pine forest near the confluence of the Sawtooth Wilderness and Boise National Forest boundaries. All 31 sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Ten sites are designated for horse campers, and horse trips can be arranged through nearby Sawtooth Lodge. The campground provides vault toilets and potable water but no trash service, so campers must pack out all waste. The Idaho Centennial Trail heads south from the campground along the South Fork of the Payette River, climbing to a lake basin where hikers can complete a loop back to Grandjean. Fishing is available in the South Fork. Natural hot springs are located 1.5 miles from camp, and Sawtooth Lodge, one mile away, offers a swimming pool and outfitting services. The campground operates under a 10-day occupancy limit per 30-day period within a 30-mile radius. Campers must occupy their site the first night and cannot be absent for more than 24 hours. Pets are allowed but must remain leashed. A camp host is typically present through mid-September.
Directions
From Stanley, drive 35 miles northwest on ID-21, then turn east onto Forest Road 524 for 7 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 824 at Sawtooth Lodge.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 774-3000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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