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Lafferty

Federal campground in Payette National Forest

Location: Council, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 3 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lafferty Campground has 8 campsites located along a small creek. 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.

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/lafferty to be notified when sites open up.

Lafferty Campground is a small, well-maintained 8-site campground along a creek with paved roads and gravel sites. Campers rate it 4.6/5 stars, praising its amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, water pump, and vault toilets.

Wildlife alert: Western Rattlesnake, Valley Garter Snake, Sceloporus occidentalis, Wapiti, Red Fox, Coyote, White-tailed Deer, Dusky Grouse, Ruffed Grouse, Long-billed Curlew, and Common Raven documented in the area.

Insider tips for Lafferty: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site, especially during peak season. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use the Scan and Pay feature if available. Manual water pump available on-site; plan accordingly.

Skip Lafferty if: You need hookups — no hookups available at any sites.. You prefer to reserve in advance — first-come, first-served basis only.. You want to avoid road noise — some sites are close to the main road..

Best time to visit Lafferty: July — Mid-summer offers optimal camping conditions during the May-October season; campground operates seasonally..

Nearby campgrounds: Huckleberry (Council, ID), Cold Springs Campground - Payette Nf (Id) (Council, ID), Buck Park Cabin (WEISER, ID), Evergreen Campground (COUNCIL, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lafferty

Cell signal at Lafferty (Council, 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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    Council, ID, ID★ 3 (1 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Lafferty Campground has 8 campsites located along a small creek. 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.

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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.
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    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 hookups — no hookups available at any sites.✕ You prefer to reserve in advance — first-come, first-served basis only.✕ You want to avoid road noise — some sites are close to the main road.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early to secure a site, especially during peak season.

    Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use the Scan and Pay feature if available.

    Manual water pump available on-site; plan accordingly.

    Best: July

    Mid-summer offers optimal camping conditions during the May-October season; campground operates seasonally.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Western Rattlesnake, Valley Garter Snake, Sceloporus occidentalis, Wapiti, Red Fox, Coyote, White-tailed Deer, Dusky Grouse, Ruffed Grouse, Long-billed Curlew, and Common Raven documented in the area.

    Location

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    N/A· Payette National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Hwy 95 take the Council to Cuprum Road #002 (Hornet Ridge Road) 20 miles northwest to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Lafferty cost per night?+
    Lafferty costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Lafferty open?+
    Lafferty is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lafferty have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lafferty?+
    Lafferty is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Lafferty?+
    Lafferty 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 Lafferty?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lafferty is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lafferty open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lafferty is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $10 /night★ 3 (1)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Huckleberry

    Council, ID

    From $10/night

    Cold Springs Campground - Payette Nf (Id)

    Council, ID

    From $10/night

    Buck Park Cabin

    WEISER, ID

    From $50/night

    Evergreen Campground

    COUNCIL, ID

    From $10/night

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