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Boise National Forest

Idaho

Overview

The Boise National Forest is a land of steep mountains, fast rivers and dense forests making it a recreation destination any season of the year. From biking and hiking through lush green mountains and rolling arid landscapes, to snowboarding in cooler months and swimming or kayaking in the warmer ones, the Boise National Forest is the recreational choice for over 1.5 million outdoor enthusiasts every year.   FIRST STOP:  Visit the Interagency Visitor Information Center at 1387 S. Vinnell Street, in Boise, Idaho 83709 for information regarding your public lands. The Center is your one stop shop for recreation information, fuelwood permits, Christmas Tree permits, Federal Agency passes, Motor Vehicle Use maps, Forest Service maps, BLM maps and so much more!  Center Hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.  208-373-4007     BEFORE YOU HEAD TO THE FOREST:   Check with the Districts for campground opening and closing dates. View the Alerts & Notices webpage for road and area closures. Remember most of the Forest has no cell phone coverage. Look at each district (Areas & Activities - Find An Area) for a listing campgrounds.    FIRE WATCH:  VIEW AREA CLOSURES DUE TO WILDFIRE ACTIVITY AT ALERTS AND NOTICES PAGE. INCIWEB-  For  wildland information, photos, updates and maps go to: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov.   RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 Go to:  www.recreation.gov to make reservations for campgrounds and cabins.  Reminder - check on the website for extra vehicle charges, bring cash or a check, no foreign money accepted.  Follow rules on America Beautiful Passes - Military passes are free DAY USE ONLY - not camping.  (Stated on the back of the card.)   NEW HISTORIC AUTO TOUR: Download the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway Historic Auto Tour and take our tour from Boise to Stanley and back!   RECREATION HIGHLIGHTS: SCENIC BYWAYS - If you’re interested in taking the scenic route, three Scenic Byways ramble through portions of the Boise National Forest offering unrivaled natural beauty and multiple recreation opportunities. CABIN RENTALS - Rustic cabins and guard stations once used by Boise National Forest Rangers can be rented for overnight visits.  Each offers unparalleled scenic surroundings, numerous outdoor recreation opportunities and abundant wildlife viewing WATER FUN - Water sports enthusiasts are not hurting for options on the Boise National Forest! With 9,600 miles of rivers and streams, and 15,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs, there is a wide variety of locations for swimming, boating and fishing.  

Campgrounds inside Boise National Forest

Campground Notification Rate
Bull Trout
Boise National Forest
88%
Shoreline
Boise National Forest
86%
Rainbow Point
Boise National Forest
57%
Sagehen Creek
Boise National Forest
50%
Pine Flats (Id)
Boise National Forest
33%
Warm Springs Guard Station
Boise National Forest
River Side (Id - Boise)
Boise National Forest
Cozy Cove
Boise National Forest
Swinging Bridge
Boise National Forest
Black Rock
Boise National Forest
Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id)
Boise National Forest
Beaver Creek Cabin (Id)
Boise National Forest
Graham Cabin
Boise National Forest
Deer Park Cabin
Boise National Forest
Rattlesnake
Boise National Forest
Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin
Boise National Forest
Bad Bear
Boise National Forest
Edna Creek
Boise National Forest
Peace Valley
Boise National Forest
Johnson Creek Guard Station
Boise National Forest
Elks Flat
Boise National Forest
Warm Lake
Boise National Forest
Stolle Meadows Cabin
Boise National Forest
Elk Creek Cabins
Boise National Forest
Ten Mile
Boise National Forest
Amanita
Boise National Forest
Howers
Boise National Forest
Barneys (Boise National Forest, Id)
Boise National Forest
Kirkham
Boise National Forest
Atlanta Cabin
Boise National Forest
Bonneville
Boise National Forest
Helende
Boise National Forest
Big Trinity Cabin
Boise National Forest
Boiling Springs Cabin
Boise National Forest
Third Fork Cabin
Boise National Forest
Shafer Butte
Boise National Forest
Dog Creek (Id)
Boise National Forest
Park Creek (Idaho)
Boise National Forest
Mountain View
Boise National Forest
Picnic Point (Id)
Boise National Forest
Silver Creek
Boise National Forest
Cold Springs - Boise Nf (Id)
Boise National Forest
Hot Springs
Boise National Forest
French Creek
Boise National Forest
Eastside
Boise National Forest
Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id)
Boise National Forest
Hayfork Group Cg
Boise National Forest
Grayback
Boise National Forest
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