Bonneville
BONNEVILLE
Part of Boise National Forest
Overview
Bonneville Campground is 19 miles east of Lowman, Idaho just off Highway 21 at an elevation of 4,700 feet. Warm Springs Creek runs alongside the campground and the South Fork Payette River lies across the highway. Visitors enjoy soaking at Bonneville Hot Springs a short distance above the campground, and fishing in the creek and river.Facilities
The campground contains several accessible single-family sites and one double site, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. A campground host is on-site.Natural Features
The campground is situated on a bluff overlooking Warm Springs Creek. A forest of towering Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir covers the campground. Most campsites have plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen wandering through the area on occasion.Recreation
A 1/4-mile hiking trail leads from the campground to Bonneville Hot Springs, where a soaking pool awaits. Warm Springs Creek offers good trout fishing.The South Fork Payette River offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing. The Deadwood River Access area is located near Lowman.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, and the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. Both byways offer scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks and several trail opportunities.Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.
Important Notices
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- Maximum of 2 vehicles allowed at single sites, 4 vehicles at double site; extra vehicles will be charged $5 at the campground
- Day use fee for non-campers is $5
- There are no electric, water or sewer site hookups available
- Please contact the Lowman Ranger District at 208-259-3361 for off-season camping information
- Click here for more information on the Boise 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.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 to Banks. Turn East on Banks Lowman Highway 17 to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. The campground is located at milepost 91.5.
Contact Information
Phone: 208-259-3361
LOWMANID
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 019, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016 - Double Site, Loop BONN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop SING, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop SING, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop SING, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop SING, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop SING, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
