Paris Springs Campground
PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND
Part of Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Overview
Paris Springs Campground is situated in scenic Paris Canyon, about five miles from Paris, Idaho. It is about 20 miles from Bear Lake, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. The campground gives Bear Lake visitors the opportunity to camp in a quiet area with lush vegetation.Facilities
The campground contains three group sites and nine single-family campsites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but there is no electricity. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are dirt.Natural Features
A mixed conifer and aspen forest covers the campground and much of Paris Canyon. Plentiful shade can be found throughout most of the campground. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape.Recreation
Paris Creek runs alongside the campground, after bubbling up from Paris Spring, which can be accessed from a 300-yard trail within the site. Campers enjoy hiking and fishing along the creek.Nearby Attractions
The Highline Trail, part of the National Trail System, can be accessed nearby. It is the premier trail of the Montpelier Ranger District, stretching 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range. The trail is enjoyed by hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle enthusiasts from around the world.Paris Ice Cave is also not far from the campground. Self-guided tours of the cave offer a look into an unusual cavern filled with ice year-round. The cave is not developed but a footpath leads through it.
Beautiful Bear Lake State Park is about 20 miles away, with boating, water skiing, fishing and swimming. Bear Lake's Raspberry Days festival occurs annually the first weekend in August, with a parade, fireworks, craft booths and a rodeo.
Important Notices
- Wildlife Caution
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- Trailer sites are not suitable for trailers over 20 feet in length
- An additional $6 fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
- 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.
Check-in Time is 2:00pm and Check-out time is 12:00pm
Available Activities
- SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- CLIMBING - Rock Climbing
- BOATING - Boating
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Paris, Idaho, and U.S. Highway 89, turn west onto County Road 421 at the sign for Paris Canyon. Continue west approximately 4 miles and take the left fork of the Y onto County Road 427. Continue one mile, to campground at the end of the road.
Contact Information
Phone: 541-351-1182
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Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop PARIS SPRINGS CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
