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Burgdorf

Federal campground in Payette National Forest

Location: Mccall, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250’. Three sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and fire ring. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/burgdorf to be notified when sites open up.

Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at 6,250 feet elevation with three sites featuring picnic tables and fire rings. First-come, first-served access with potential QR code payment via Recreation.gov mobile app.

Wildlife alert: Great Gray Owl, Clark's Nutcracker, American Pika, Columbian Ground Squirrel, garter snakes present in area

Insider tips for Burgdorf: Arrive early as first-come, first-served only - no reservations Payment available via QR code scan on Recreation.gov mobile app once on-site Travel 30 miles north of McCall on Warren Wagon Road, then 2 miles on Forest Road #246

Skip Burgdorf if: Seeking hookups - no hookups available; bring self-contained unit or tent. Visiting outside May-October - seasonal operations only. Prefer guaranteed reservations - first-come, first-served basis only.

Best time to visit Burgdorf: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Burgdorf Guard Station (Riggins, ID), Jeanette (McCall, ID), Chinook (Warren, ID), Upper Payette Lake Campground (MCCALL, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Burgdorf

Cell signal at Burgdorf (Mccall, 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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    Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250’. Three sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and fire ring. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsCamp Host

    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:✕ Seeking hookups - no hookups available; bring self-contained unit or tent✕ Visiting outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ Prefer guaranteed reservations - first-come, first-served basis only

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Arrive early as first-come, first-served only - no reservations

    Payment available via QR code scan on Recreation.gov mobile app once on-site

    Travel 30 miles north of McCall on Warren Wagon Road, then 2 miles on Forest Road #246

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Great Gray Owl, Clark's Nutcracker, American Pika, Columbian Ground Squirrel, garter snakes present in area

    Location

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    N/A· Payette National Forest
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    Getting there →

    Travel approximately 30 miles north of McCall on paved Warren Wagon Road. Turn left on Forest Road #246 and travel 2 miles on gravel road to campground.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Payette National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Payette National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Burgdorf cost per night?+
    Burgdorf costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    What season is Burgdorf open?+
    Burgdorf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Burgdorf have hookups?+
    No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    What is the maximum RV length at Burgdorf?+
    Burgdorf is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Burgdorf?+
    Burgdorf 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 Burgdorf?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Burgdorf is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Burgdorf open, and what are check-in times?+
    Burgdorf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $10 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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