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EDNA CREEK CAMPGROUND, ID

part ofBoise National Forest, US Forest Service
Status: Open through Thu Sep 26 2013   Season Dates
9 site(s) found

Overview

Edna Campground is located 56 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, in a scenic Ponderosa pine forest along Highway 21 at an elevation of 5,700 feet. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant. Historic Idaho City is just 11 miles south. Crooked River runs near the site, offering whitefish and rainbow trout fishing.

This campground contains 9 site that can accommodate up to 6 people each. Picnic tables, a BBQ grill, and fire ring with benches are provided. The site is in an open area with shade. Vault toilets and garbage service are provided. Parking spurs are graveled. Due to its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.

Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, snakes along Mores Creek to Mores Creek Summit, Gold Fork, and Banner Ridge with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest. Numerous trail opportunities are in the area, offering hiking, biking, horseback riding, and ATVing. In winter, the area becomes a playground for backcountry skiers and snowmobilers.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Backpack
  • Bird Watching
  • Camp Host on duty
  • Comfort Station
  • Drinking Water, Hand Well.
  • Equestrian Trails
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Ring
  • Garbage Cans
  • Hiking Trails/Off-trail Hiking
  • Historic Byway
  • Jogging/Running
  • Lantern Post
  • Parking
  • Picnic Table
  • Recycle Containers
  • Tent Pads
  • Trash Service
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • ATM Machine
  • Accessible Trails
  • Cabin Rentals
  • Cafe/Restaurant
  • Churches
  • Deli
  • Emergency Phone
  • First Aid Kit
  • Fishing
  • Gas Station
  • Grocery
  • Hiking Trails
  • Hotels
  • Laundry
  • Picnicing
  • Shopping
Know Before You Go
Reservation need to be made 4 days in advance. CAUTION: Bears frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
43.90861, -115.69639
43°54'31"N, 115°41'47"W

Hayfork Group Cg (ID) HIGHWAY 21 Idaho City ID 83706

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

EDNA CREEK CAMPGROUND
P.O. Box 129
Idaho City ID 83631

Phone Number:

Information: (208)392-6681
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