Peace Valley Campground

Boise National Forest — hiking

Location: EMMETT, ID, ID

Price: From $120 per night

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Peace Valley Campground sits just 27 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, at an elevation of 4591 feet. The beautiful Peace Valley offers excellent hiking, motorcycle riding, fishing, and hunting opportunities. Silver Creek Plunge, a privately-developed hot springs resort, is 2.5 miles away with a hot springs pool, general store, concessions, a playground, horseshoe pits, and both volleyball and basketball courts.Peace Valley offers several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, a

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

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/peace-valley-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Peace Valley Campground offers excellent hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle riding, fishing, and hunting opportunities in a scenic valley setting at 4,591 feet elevation, with basic amenities and vault toilets.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves present in area; also mule deer, American robins, common ravens, and various reptiles including western terrestrial garter snakes.

Insider tips for Peace Valley Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Only 1 site available, so confirm availability before traveling. No hookups available; plan accordingly for water and waste management.

Skip Peace Valley Campground if: You require RV hookups — none available.. You need amenities beyond vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water.. You're visiting outside May-October season when the campground is closed..

Best time to visit Peace Valley Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Silver Creek Campground (Garden Valley, ID), Boiling Springs Cabin (Crouch, ID), River Side (Id - Boise) (LOWMAN, ID), Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id) (LOWMAN, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Peace Valley Campground

Cell signal at Peace Valley Campground (EMMETT, 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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EMMETT, ID, ID★ 3.6 (7 reviews)From $120/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Peace Valley Campground sits just 27 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, at an elevation of 4591 feet. The beautiful Peace Valley offers excellent hiking, motorcycle riding, fishing, and hunting opportunities. Silver Creek Plunge, a privately-developed hot springs resort, is 2.5 miles away with a hot springs pool, general store, concessions, a playground, horseshoe pits, and both volleyball and basketball courts.Peace Valley offers several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV use.

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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 RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 require RV hookups — none available.✕ You need amenities beyond vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water.✕ You're visiting outside May-October season when the campground is closed.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Only 1 site available, so confirm availability before traveling.

No hookups available; plan accordingly for water and waste management.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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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: Gray wolves present in area; also mule deer, American robins, common ravens, and various reptiles including western terrestrial garter snakes.

Location

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Getting there →

From Garden Valley, Idaho, take Forest Road 698 north approximately 16 miles north. Turn right at the junction of FR 698 and FR 671. Take FR 671 for about 10 miles to the campground, which is on the left-hand side of the road.

Campground entrance

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Peace Valley Campground cost per night?+
Peace Valley Campground costs $120 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Peace Valley Campground open?+
Peace Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Peace Valley Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Peace Valley Campground?+
Peace Valley Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Peace Valley Campground?+
Peace Valley 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 Peace Valley Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Peace Valley Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Peace Valley Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Peace Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$120 /night★ 3.6 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Silver Creek Campground

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River Side (Id - Boise)

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From $12/night

Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, Id)

LOWMAN, ID

From $12/night

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