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Grandjean Campground

Federal campground in Sawtooth National Forest

Location: Lowman, 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/grandjean-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Grandjean offers a beautiful, peaceful setting in nature with high camper satisfaction (4.8/5 stars). Visitors praise its scenic location, well-maintained grounds, and access to hiking, hot springs, and river activities.

Wildlife alert: Mule deer, red fox, golden-mantled ground squirrel, dusky grouse, Clark's nutcracker, and northern rubber boa are present in the area.

Insider tips for Grandjean Campground: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use the Scan and Pay feature for remote payment. The gravel access road is long and bumpy but passable — this is expected and worth the drive.

Skip Grandjean Campground if: You require RV hookups — this campground has no hookups.. You need advance reservations — only first-come, first-served availability.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Iron Creek Campground (Id) (Stanley, ID), Bonneville (Lowman, ID), Stanley Lake Campground (Stanley, ID), Warm Springs Guard Station (LOWMAN, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Grandjean Campground

Cell signal at Grandjean Campground (Lowman, 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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    Lowman, 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 require RV hookups — this campground has no hookups.✕ You need advance reservations — only first-come, first-served availability.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early to secure a site.

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

    The gravel access road is long and bumpy but passable

    this is expected and worth the drive.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

    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: Mule deer, red fox, golden-mantled ground squirrel, dusky grouse, Clark's nutcracker, and northern rubber boa are present in the area.

    Location

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    N/A· Sawtooth National Forest
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    Campground entrance

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    #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 Grandjean Campground cost per night?+
    Grandjean Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Grandjean Campground open?+
    Grandjean Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Grandjean Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Grandjean Campground?+
    Grandjean Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Grandjean Campground?+
    Grandjean 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 Grandjean Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Grandjean Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Grandjean Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Grandjean Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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