Paris Springs Campground
Caribou-Targhee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: DUCK CREEK , ID, ID
Price: From $17 per night
Price range: $17–$100 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (43 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Paris Springs Campground is situated in scenic Paris Canyon, about five miles from Paris, Idaho. It is about 20 miles from Bear Lake, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. The campground gives Bear Lake visitors the opportunity to camp in a quiet area with lush vegetation.The campground contains three group sites and nine single-family campsites.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Scenic 12-site campground in Paris Canyon with sites along Paris Creek, featuring a short 300-yard trail to Paris Springs. Google reviewers praise the creek-side locations, dark skies, and peaceful mountain setting (4.6/5 rating from 62 reviews).
Wildlife alert: Moose, Puma, Bald Eagle, Ruffed Grouse, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented in area.
Insider tips for Paris Springs Campground: Request a south-facing site along Paris Creek for the best water views and wildlife watching. Site #10 is notably large; inquire about availability for extra space. The 300-yard walk to Paris Springs is accessible and worth the trip. Arrive early in peak season—federal campground with only 12 sites books quickly.
Skip Paris Springs Campground if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups; only self-contained RVs suitable.. You prefer developed amenities—vault toilets and basic facilities only..
Best time to visit Paris Springs Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round per official listing, though early booking is essential as a federal campground with limited 12 sites..
Nearby campgrounds: Davis Canyon Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), St. Charles Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), Porcupine (Id) (DUCK CREEK, ID), North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon (DUCK CREEK, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Paris Springs Campground
Cell signal at Paris Springs Campground (DUCK CREEK , 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.
Paris Springs Campground is situated in scenic Paris Canyon, about five miles from Paris, Idaho. It is about 20 miles from Bear Lake, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. The campground gives Bear Lake visitors the opportunity to camp in a quiet area with lush vegetation.The campground contains three group sites and nine single-family campsites.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryRequest a south-facing site along Paris Creek for the best water views and wildlife watching.
Site #10 is notably large; inquire about availability for extra space.
The 300-yard walk to Paris Springs is accessible and worth the trip.
Arrive early in peak season
federal campground with only 12 sites books quickly.
Campground operates year-round per official listing, though early booking is essential as a federal campground with limited 12 sites.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Paris, Idaho, and U.S. Highway 89, turn west onto County Road 421 at the sign for Paris Canyon. Continue west approximately 4 miles and take the left fork of the Y onto County Road 427. Continue one mile, to campground at the end of the road.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Caribou-Targhee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Caribou-Targhee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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