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Dog Creek (Id)

Boise National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: MOUNTAIN HOME, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$30 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (60 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dog Creek Campground is located on the banks of Dog Creek, at the foot of the Trinity Mountain Range. It is four miles from the town of Pine, in south-central Idaho. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails.This quiet campground sits off the main road.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Dog Creek Campground offers a quiet, clean setting on the banks of Dog Creek with access to the South Fork Boise River for fishing and swimming. Campers praise the neat sites, clean facilities, and peaceful atmosphere away from main roads.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, American Red Squirrel, Audubon's Warbler, Red-naped Sapsucker, Warbling Vireo, Lewis's Woodpecker, and Great Basin Gopher Snake

Insider tips for Dog Creek (Id): Book early as this is a popular federal campground Site 1 offers proximity to Dog Creek sounds Site 9 is secluded, surrounded by shrubs and aspen trees

Skip Dog Creek (Id) if: You need RV hookups - only self-contained RVs suitable. You need direct trail access to creek - ferns and brush require picking your way through. You're sensitive to noise from other campers including dogs, children, and dirt bikes.

Best time to visit Dog Creek (Id): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Elks Flat Campground (MOUNTAIN HOME, ID), Big Trinity Cabin (MOUNTAIN HOME, ID), Baumgartner Campground (FAIRFIELD, ID), Atlanta Cabin (IDAHO CITY, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dog Creek (Id)

Cell signal at Dog Creek (Id) (MOUNTAIN HOME, 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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    MOUNTAIN HOME, ID, ID★ 4.2 (60 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Dog Creek Campground is located on the banks of Dog Creek, at the foot of the Trinity Mountain Range. It is four miles from the town of Pine, in south-central Idaho. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails.This quiet campground sits off the main road.

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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
    Max RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    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 - only self-contained RVs suitable✕ You need direct trail access to creek - ferns and brush require picking your way through✕ You're sensitive to noise from other campers including dogs, children, and dirt bikes

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground

    Site 1 offers proximity to Dog Creek sounds

    Site 9 is secluded, surrounded by shrubs and aspen trees

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    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: Mule Deer, American Red Squirrel, Audubon's Warbler, Red-naped Sapsucker, Warbling Vireo, Lewis's Woodpecker, and Great Basin Gopher Snake

    Location

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    208-587-7961· Boise National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Mountain Home, travel east on Highway 20 for 35 miles, to the turnoff for Pine/Featherville (Forest Highway 61). Travel north on Highway 61 for 23 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Dog Creek (Id) cost per night?+
    Dog Creek (Id) costs $20–$30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Dog Creek (Id) open?+
    Dog Creek (Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Dog Creek (Id) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Dog Creek (Id)?+
    Dog Creek (Id) can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Dog Creek (Id)?+
    Dog Creek (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 Dog Creek (Id)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dog Creek (Id) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Dog Creek (Id) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Dog Creek (Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4.2 (60)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Elks Flat Campground

    MOUNTAIN HOME, ID

    From $150/night

    Big Trinity Cabin

    MOUNTAIN HOME, ID

    From $60/night

    Baumgartner Campground

    FAIRFIELD, ID

    From $10/night

    Atlanta Cabin

    IDAHO CITY, ID

    From $100/night

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