Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id)
Boise National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: EMMETT , ID, ID
Price: From $20 per night
Price range: $20–$100 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (40 reviews)
Season: May through October
Antelope Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir in the Boise National Forest, perched at an elevation of 5031 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail. Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout fishing.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/antelope-boise-national-forest-id to be notified when sites open up.
Antelope sits on scenic Sagehen Reservoir at 5,031 feet with excellent boating and rainbow trout fishing, plus a boat ramp and dock right at the campground. The 15 mph speed limit keeps the water calm for fishing and canoeing.
Wildlife alert: Gray wolves have been observed within 8km of this campground. Be aware of wildlife when camping and follow proper food storage practices.
Insider tips for Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id): Book early — it's a federal campground and sites fill up quickly during the season Bring a boat or canoe; the reservoir has a boat ramp and dock on-site for water recreation Fish for rainbow trout; Sagehen Reservoir is noted for excellent trout fishing
Skip Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id) if: You need RV hookups — this campground has none and is suitable only for self-contained RVs. You want year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.
Best time to visit Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Sagehen Creek (EMMETT, ID), Eastside (EMMETT, ID), Third Fork Cabin (Ola, ID), Cold Springs Campground - Boise Nf (Id) (EMMETT, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id)
Cell signal at Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id) (EMMETT , ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Antelope Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir in the Boise National Forest, perched at an elevation of 5031 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail. Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout fishing.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
it's a federal campground and sites fill up quickly during the season
Bring a boat or canoe; the reservoir has a boat ramp and dock on-site for water recreation
Fish for rainbow trout; Sagehen Reservoir is noted for excellent trout fishing
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Horseshoe Bend, Idaho, take State Highway 52 for 9 miles, then turn right on Sweet/Ola Highway and travel 16 miles to Ola. From Ola, continue 10 miles northeast on FS Rd 618, then make a right on FS Rd 626 and follow it for 7 miles. Make a left on FS Rd 614 and travel about 2 miles to Sage Hen Reservoir. Antelope Campground is on the north end of the reservoir.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Boise National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Boise National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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