Can you reserve a site at River Side (Id - Boise)?

Yes, River Side (Id - Boise) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at River Side (Id - Boise)?

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

River Side (Id - Boise), Idaho — 8 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

River Side Campground is located along the Deadwood River at the north end of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities.

Recreation

Because of its remote location, Deadwood Reservoir is quiet and unpopulated, making for great fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon, and rainbow and cutthroat trout. Boating, water skiing, canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake. A boat ramp is located about 2 miles away at Cozy Cove Campground.

Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding are in the area.

Facilities

This primitive campground offers waterfront sites with direct river access. A vault toilet is located up a hill above the campground. Drinking water is provided. Roads and parking spurs within the site are dirt.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a mixed-growth pine forest, which offers plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant. The entire campground affords views of the river.

The facts

8 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 100 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: RIVER SIDE (BOISE)

Site types

8 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

8 campsites at River Side (Id - Boise)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	100 ft	8
002	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8
003	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	75 ft	8
004	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	100 ft	8
005	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	50 ft	8
006	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	50 ft	8
007	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	100 ft	8
008	RIVER SIDE (BOISE)	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8

Getting there

From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway east to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579. Continue on FR 579 to Deadwood Resevoir.

44.34750, -115.66306 · 44°20'51.0"N 115°39'47.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	4.7	3.7	3.8	2.7	2.2	1.5	0.5	0.5	1.0	2.1	3.9	5.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about River Side (Id - Boise)

Can you reserve a site at River Side (Id - Boise)?: Yes, River Side (Id - Boise) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does River Side (Id - Boise) have?: 8 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at River Side (Id - Boise)?: 100 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Camping near River Side (Id - Boise)

Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID) 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Howers 1.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cozy Cove 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Peace Valley Campground 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Silver Creek Campground 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Boiling Springs Cabin 9.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Riverside Campground (Lowman) 0.5 mi · Campground
Barney's Campground 1.6 mi · Campground
Silver Creek Summit Trailhead 5.4 mi · Facility
Deer Flat Campground 6.9 mi · Campground
Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead 9.8 mi · Facility
Rice Peak Trailhead 11.4 mi · Facility

Contact

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

River Side (Id - Boise)