Malad Summit Campground
Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Malad Summit Campground is situated next to Mill Creek, just 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding on the area's many trails.
The campground is open year-round and contains one large group site that can accommodate up to 125 people. It is equipped with large picnic tables, a serving table, a grill, a campfire ring with benches, tent pads and a gravel parking area.
Single-family campsites and one double site campsite are also available within the campground. Each campsite is equipped with a table, campfire ring, and grill.
Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Security is provided by the host and periodic patrols by the county sheriff.
Need to Know
- Wildlife Caution
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
There are no electric, water, or sewer site hookups at this campground.
An additional fee of $7 will be collected on-site for extra vehicles parked in a campsite. The Allowable Vehicle/Driveway Details section has information on maximum vehicles allowed for individual campsites. Single Sites: 1 vehicle, Double Sites: 2 vehicles
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground
- Horses are not allowed at the campground
If interested in staying at the campground during the non-peak season, please contact the Westside Ranger District Office at (208) 236-7500
- Click here for more information on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Natural Features
The campground is settled in a dense forest of maple trees, which offer plentiful shade. Stately Douglas fir trees dot the landscape. The campground receives snow throughout the winter.
Recreation
Mill Creek offers cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing. Numerous trails begin nearby, including the 12-mile multi-use Summit Trail, which connects with Farmers Canyon, East Elkhorn and Wright Creek trails. Old Canyon and South Canyon trails begin a short distance from the campground.
Contact Information
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4350 CLIFFS DRIVE POCATELLO ID 83204
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-236-7500
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Malad, travel north on Interstate 15 for 11 miles, to exit 22, Devil Creek Reservoir. Continue just over 3 miles north on Highway 191. Turn west and cross the highway on Forest Road 041 and continue just over 3 miles on a maintained gravel road, to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 006, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
