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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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
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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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

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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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
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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
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$20 /night★ 4.2 (60)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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