Diamondfield Jack Campground

Federal campground in Sawtooth National Forest

Location: Murtaugh, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Highly-rated campground (4.5/5 stars) with beautiful scenic countryside and wide-open views. Well-maintained facilities with picnic tables, fire rings, and easy access roads.

Wildlife alert: Moose, coyote, Great Basin rattlesnake, and various owl species (Northern Saw-whet, Flammulated) present within 8km radius.

Insider tips for Diamondfield Jack Campground: First-come, first-served basis only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment. Only 1 tent site available — verify availability matches your needs.

Skip Diamondfield Jack Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this location.. You require advance reservations — this is first-come, first-served only.. You visit outside May-October — campground operates seasonally..

Best time to visit Diamondfield Jack Campground: May-October — Official operating season as per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Porcupine Springs (BURLEY, ID), Pettit Campground (Murtaugh, ID), Upper Penstemon Campground (Twin Falls, ID), Lower Penstemon (BURLEY, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Diamondfield Jack Campground

Cell signal at Diamondfield Jack Campground (Murtaugh, 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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Murtaugh, ID, ID★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 this location.✕ You require advance reservations — this is first-come, first-served only.✕ You visit outside May-October — campground operates seasonally.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis only

arrive early to secure a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment.

Only 1 tent site available

verify availability matches your needs.

Best: May-October

Official operating season as per verified data.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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: Moose, coyote, Great Basin rattlesnake, and various owl species (Northern Saw-whet, Flammulated) present within 8km radius.

Location

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N/A· Sawtooth National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Diamondfield Jack Campground cost per night?+
Diamondfield Jack Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Diamondfield Jack Campground open?+
Diamondfield Jack Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Diamondfield Jack Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Diamondfield Jack Campground?+
Diamondfield Jack Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Diamondfield Jack Campground?+
Diamondfield Jack Campground 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 Diamondfield Jack Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Diamondfield Jack Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Diamondfield Jack Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Diamondfield Jack Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
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
maps.googleapis.com
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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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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