Elks Flat Campground

Boise National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: MOUNTAIN HOME, ID, ID

Price: From $150 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Elks Flat Campground is situated on the banks of the South Fork Boise River, at the foot of the Trinity Mountain Range in Idaho. It is five miles north of the town of Pine. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring trails in the surrounding area.The campground is settled in a grassy meadow.

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

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

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Elks Flat Campground sits on the banks of the South Fork Boise River with excellent fishing, swimming, and hiking opportunities nearby. Campers consistently praise the well-maintained grounds, clean facilities, and quiet atmosphere with a 4.5/5 rating from 111 Google reviews.

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

Insider tips for Elks Flat Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand. No cell service with AT&T in most areas; service only available around the reservoir in certain spots. All campsites have fire pits and picnic tables; bring your own shade if needed.

Skip Elks Flat Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require reliable cell service.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Elks Flat Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Dog Creek (Id) (MOUNTAIN HOME, ID), Big Trinity Cabin (MOUNTAIN HOME, ID), Baumgartner Campground (FAIRFIELD, ID), Atlanta Cabin (IDAHO CITY, ID).