Can you reserve a site at Baumgartner Campground?

Yes, Baumgartner Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Baumgartner Campground?

76 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Baumgartner Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Baumgartner Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Baumgartner Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Baumgartner Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Baumgartner Campground, Idaho — 31 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Baumgartner Campground is situated alongside the South Fork Boise River, 11 miles from Featherville, Idaho. The area offers excellent fishing, hiking and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Baumgartner Hot Springs is located within the campground, where visitors can enjoy soaking in the pool while admiring the scenic, natural setting.

Recreation

The campground's main draw is Baumgartner Hot Springs. The 101-degree water is piped into a large concrete soaking pool. The pool is open during daylight hours and is drained and refilled daily. The pool is pressure washed Tuesday mornings and will not open until around noon.

The South Fork Boise River provides great fishing for wild and stocked rainbow trout. Younger campers love splashing in the cool mountain waters. An accessible path leads to a bench overlooking the swimming/fishing hole on thenorth end of the campground.

The John Baumgartner Gravesite is a short walk from the hot springs. A 1/4-mile interpretive nature trail begins at the hot springs and meanders up the hill through the forest.

Kelley Creek/Iron Mountain, Virginia Gulch, Willow Creek, Van Gulch and Big Water Trails all begin in the area. Ponderosa Trail Learner's Loop is located approximately 1 mile to the west of the campground and offers beginner level trails for young ATV and off-road motorcycle riders.
ATVs, UTVs and off-road motorcycles cannot be ridden within the campground. You may trailer them in and out of the campground but the trailer must fit within your camping spur.

Facilities

The campground offers single and double-family sites, as well as one quad site and one large group site (Site 100), all with picnic tables, fire rings and utility tables. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the main campground are paved. Site 100 is not paved.

Natural Features

The campground is nestled beneath towering ponderosa pines at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The gentle South Fork Boise River runs along the site, offering beautiful scenery and recreation. A variety of wildlife is commonly seen in and around the campground, including deer and moose.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Kelley Creek Flats Recreation Area is adjacent with additional designated dispersed site camping and livestock corrals near Kelley Creek. The historic Iron Mountain Lookout is located to the south of the campground. It is approximately a 12 mile one-way trip along the Kelley Creek trail which is open to vehicles 50" or less in width.

The facts

31 bookable sites
30 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 76 ft
Up to 100 people per site
Loops: BAUMGARTNER CAMPGROUND, Loop A, Loop B, Main Access

Site types

29 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group RV Area Nonelectric
1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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31 campsites at Baumgartner Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
100	BAUMGARTNER CAMPGROUND	Group Rv Area Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	100	🐾
001	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
002	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
004	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	65 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	56 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	58 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
009	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
012	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	44 ft	8	♿ 🐾
013	Loop A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	39 ft	8	♿ 🐾
014-015	Loop B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Springs	60 ft	16	♿ 🐾
016-017	Loop B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Springs	47 ft	16	♿ 🐾
018-019	Loop B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Springs	46 ft	16	♿ 🐾
020-021	Loop B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Springs	38 ft	16	♿ 🐾
022-025	Loop B	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	34 ft	32	♿ 🐾
026	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
027	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
028	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	46 ft	8	♿ 🐾
029	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
030	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
031	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	38 ft	8	♿ 🐾
032-033	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	76 ft	16	♿ 🐾
034	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
035	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	36 ft	8	♿ 🐾
036	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	46 ft	8	♿ 🐾
037	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	24 ft	8	♿ 🐾
038-039	Main Access	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Slight	Riverfront	24 ft	16	♿ 🐾

Getting there

Take I-84 to Exit 95. Go east on State Highway 20 to mile marker 127.5. Turn north and follow signs to Featherville. Once at Featherville, head east on Forest Road 227 for 11 miles on dirt road. At Baumgartner Campground sign, turn right and cross the bridge to the campground, on the left hand side.

43.61250, -115.08028 · 43°36'45.0"N 115°4'49.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	6.5	5.3	5.4	3.7	3.1	1.9	0.7	0.6	1.1	2.8	4.9	7.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Baumgartner Campground

Can you reserve a site at Baumgartner Campground?: Yes, Baumgartner Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Baumgartner Campground have?: 31 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Baumgartner Campground?: 76 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Baumgartner Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Baumgartner Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Baumgartner Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Baumgartner Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Contact

Phone 208-764-3202
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Baumgartner Campground