Hayfork Group Cg
HAYFORK GROUP CG
Part of Boise National Forest
Overview
Hayfork Group Campground is located 49 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, along scenic Highway 21. Historic Idaho City is just 12 miles south of the campground. Visitors enjoy fishing in Mores Creek and exploring local trails.
Facilities
This group campground provides four drive-in single campsites, two walk-in single campsites, and one large tent-only group campsite. It can accommodate up to 50 people and is a great location for family reunions or small weddings. The site is equipped with multiple tables, a grill and a campfire circle with benches. There is also a large open general parking area for excess vehicles.
Vault toilets, a handpump for drinking water and dumpster are provided. Parking spurs are paved. Due to the campground's proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.
Campsites:
Site 1: Tent only, general parking lot
Site 2: Tent only, general parking lot
Site 3: RV, Trailer, Tent Use; Driveway L= 25', W= 20'
Site 4: RV, Trailer, Tent Use; Driveway L= 33', W= 25'
Site 5: RV, Trailer, Tent Use; Driveway L= 43', W= 31'
Site 6 (Group Site) : Tent only, general parking lot
Site 7: Tent only, Driveway L= 44', W= 19'
Natural Features
The campground is situated at the foot of a Ponderosa Pine-forested hillside along Highway 21, at an elevation of 5,100 feet. The campsite, however, is in an open area with limited shade. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding area. Hayfork Creek flows through the campground.
Recreation
Mores Creek runs between the highway and the campground, offering whitefish and rainbow trout fishing.Numerous trails are in the area, providing ample opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding. In the winter, the area becomes a playground for back country skiers and snowmobiles.
Nearby Attractions
Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, snakes along Mores Creek to Mores Creek Summit, Gold Fork and Banner Ridge, offering historic sites, hot springs pools and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest along the way.Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (208) 392-3700.Important Notices
Reservation reserves the entire campground. Individual campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis when there is no group reservation
Caution: bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
Water from hand pump is tested monthly for contaminants and will be abruptly shut off if not currently potable. Please plan accordingly with your own water supply in case of a shut off during your stay.
Pets must be on a leash at all times.
Campfires are allowed in fire rings ONLY, unless fire restrictions are in place. Contact Idaho City Ranger District for updates regarding fire restrictions.
Reservations cancelled last minute due to weather or smoke conditions will not be refunded unless campground is closed to the public
Closest cell service is in Idaho City (approx. 10 miles) or Mores Creek Summit (approx. 4 miles)
For questions regarding the campground, please contact the Idaho City Ranger District at 208-392-3700.
For questions regarding reservations and refunds, please contact Recreation.gov customer service.
- Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.
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- 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
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
From Idaho City, take Highway 21 north for about 11 miles to the campground. The entrance is on the east side of the road.
Contact Information
Phone: 208-392-6681
PO Box 129IDAHO CITY, ID 83631
