Thompson Flat
THOMPSON FLAT
Part of Sawtooth National Forest
Overview
Thompson Flat Campground is located high in the Albion Mountain Range of southern Idaho, near the towns of Declo and Albion. Visitors enjoy the area for its abundant trails, alpine lakes and scenic beauty.Facilities
The campground contains three group sites, which can accommodate from 40 to 64 people, respectively. All sites are equipped with large picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. There are four reservable single units and four double unit campsites as well as 17 additional single-family campsites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis, but the group sites must be reserved.Accessible vault toilets are provided. A campground host is located on-site. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a beautiful wildflower-filled meadow lined with tall pine and fir trees, on the eastern slope of Mount Harrison. It sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet.Recreation
The Twin Lakes Campground area is located just outside the campground and across the road. It offers picnic areas, horse corrals and access to a variety of trails.Lake Cleveland is a two-mile drive from the campground, offering fishing, canoeing and trail opportunities. Several additional hiking, mountain biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are on the mountain.
Nearby Attractions
A visit up the road to the Mount Harrison Lookout offers interesting area information and breathtaking panoramic views of the valleys below.Pomerelle Ski Area, just below Thompson Flat, offers lift-served hiking and mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides and a few dining options, generally on weekends.
Important Notices
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- Campground is normally snow-covered and closed until after July 4
- The drinking water system is not currently operable, a new well installation is planned; call the Minidoka District Office at 208-678-0430 for latest information on drinking water availability
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground
- Click here for more information on the Sawtooth 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
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Canoeing
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
From Interstate 84, take exit 216 and follow State Highway 77 south for approximately 18 miles, through the towns of Declo and Albion, to Howell Canyon Road. Turn west at the Pomerelle Ski Area sign and drive seven miles up the canyon on Howell Canyon Road. The road is steep and winding, watch for the campground entrance sign on the right.
Contact Information
Phone: 208-678-0430
2306 HILAND AVEBURLEY, ID 83318
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 11, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B1 -B8, Loop LOOP B, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site A1 -A5, Loop LOOP A, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C1-C4, Loop LOOP C, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop THOMPSON FLAT, Type Standard Nonelectric
