Wildhorse Campground
Closed for the season. Reopens June 15, 2026 and operates through September 30. First-come, first-served; no advance reservations. Cash or check payment only.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 2:02AM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 475 East Salmon River Mountains/Salmon NF and Fire Weather Zone 476 Lemhi and Lost River Range/Challis NF. * WIND...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...Wind reaching these speeds and humidity drier than 15 percent can result in rapid fire spread and extreme wildfire intensity.
About
Wildhorse Campground is a primitive forest campground located in the Lost River Range area of Idaho's Salmon-Challis National Forest. The 13 sites are situated in a heavily wooded setting, providing shade and seclusion for tent campers and small RVs. The campground serves as a base for exploring the surrounding backcountry, with Boulder Creek Lake, Waterfall Trail, and the head of Wildhorse Canyon all accessible from the area. The nearby Wildhorse Guard Station and numerous trails make this a good staging area for hikers and horseback riders. Facilities are basic: two accessible vault toilets and two hand-pumps that operate during summer months. The campground is first-come, first-served and accepts cash or check payment only. Senior Pass and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount on the nightly fee.
Directions
From Mackay: Take US Highway 93 approximately 16 miles north to Trail Creek Road (#208). Follow Trail Creek Road 18 miles to Copper Basin Road (#135), turn left. Continue 2 miles to Wildhorse Creek Road, stay right. Follow Wildhorse Creek Road 5.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Wildhorse Campground |
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