Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)

Boise National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: LOWMAN, ID, ID

Price: From $12 per night

Rating: 3.2 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Barneys Campground is located on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities at this site. Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/barneys-campground-boise-national-forest-id to be notified when sites open up.

Barneys Campground sits on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at 5,300 feet elevation, offering excellent fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon plus rainbow and cutthroat trout in a remote, quiet, and unpopulated setting.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, bighorn sheep, and North American river otters present in area. Garter snakes (valley, common, and western terrestrial) also documented.

Insider tips for Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id): Book early as this is a federal campground with only 8 sites Deadwood Reservoir is remote and unpopulated, ideal for peaceful fishing and water activities Boating, water skiing, and canoeing available at the reservoir

Skip Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Howers (LOWMAN, ID), River Side (Id - Boise) (LOWMAN, ID), Cozy Cove (LOWMAN, ID), Peace Valley Campground (EMMETT, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)

Cell signal at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) (LOWMAN, 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.

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LOWMAN, ID, ID★ 3.2 (8 reviews)From $12/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Barneys Campground is located on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities at this site. Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites3 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 8 sites

Deadwood Reservoir is remote and unpopulated, ideal for peaceful fishing and water activities

Boating, water skiing, and canoeing available at the reservoir

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray wolves, bighorn sheep, and North American river otters present in area. Garter snakes (valley, common, and western terrestrial) also documented.

Location

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Getting there →

From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17 east (Banks-Lowman Highway) 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 Reservoir.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) cost per night?+
Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) costs $12 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) open?+
Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)?+
Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)?+
Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) open, and what are check-in times?+
Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$12 /night★ 3.2 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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