Black Rock
Black Rock Campground is located 20 miles from Idaho City, on the North Fork Boise River, at an elevation of 4,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails.
The campground contains several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Some sites also have grills. Vault toilets, and drinking water are provided within the campground. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Garbage Collection is not provided.
Notifications and Alerts
The Idaho Transportation Department is making improvements to 12 miles of SH 21, between Mores Creek Summit (MP 52) to Beaver Creek Summit (MP 64). Work is planned for July 2023 (after 4th of July holiday) and will extend through August 2023. The road will be fully closed Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Access to recreation sites within the work zone will be restricted during work hours, plan accordingly. Visit https://itdprojects.org/ for project updates.
Need to Know
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- Large groups are not allowed to occupy the campground, including family reunions, weddings and club or organizational events, etc.
- Reserving more than two sites per family is strictly prohibited; no exceptions will be made
- Group sites are available at Grayback Campground and Hayfork Group Campground
- 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.
Natural Features
The campground sits on the banks of the North Fork Boise River, where ponderosa pines tower over the area. Most campsites have partial shade, but little privacy from other campers. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the campground.
Recreation
The North Fork Boise River offers rainbow trout fishing in a beautiful natural setting. Many swimming holes can be found within a short distance of the campground.
Numerous trail opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking can be found in the vicinity.
Contact Information
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P.O. BOX 129 IDAHO CITY ID 83631
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-392-6681
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Idaho City, travel north on State Highway 21 for about two miles, to the Granite Creek/Rabbit Creek Road No. 327. Turn right and travel east for 18 miles on Road No. 327, to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
