Trap Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season as of September 15, 2025. Typically operates from late spring through mid-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.
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 over covers occupancy and use requirements of 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.
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Occupancy and Use
This covers occupancy and use requirements, including stay limits, for the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Trap Creek Campground sits in a beautiful valley at 6,670 feet elevation at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho. This small campground features one group site that consists of three smaller sites, accommodating up to 40 people. When the group site is not reserved, the individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Summer wildflowers are plentiful throughout the area, and a mixed stand of pines provides partial shade. Trap Creek flows adjacent to the campground, adding to the scenic mountain setting. The campground is situated within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, providing access to exceptional outdoor recreation. An estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains, including the Idaho Centennial Trail which passes directly through the site. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow near the campground provides excellent opportunities for bird and wildlife watching. Numerous sparkling lakes and streams dot the area, offering great fishing for rainbow and native Westslope cutthroat trout. Stanley and Redfish Lakes are nearby for boating, water skiing, canoeing, and kayaking.
Directions
From Stanley, Idaho, take State Highway 21 west 12 miles. Take Forest Road 540 to Trap Creek Campground, located adjacent to State Highway 21.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| camping@rrmofa.com | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 537-8888 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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