Boise National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
LOWMAN, ID, ID★ 3.2 (6 reviews)From $12/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
River Side Campground is located along the Deadwood River at the north end of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities. This primitive campground offers waterfront sites with direct river access.
Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV100 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October.✕ You are sensitive to noise — Google reviewers report primitive campers across the river can be loud late into the night.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryRequest campsite 7 for semi-secluded experience within the established grounds.
Boat ramp located approximately 2 miles away at Cozy Cove.
Book early
this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites.
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Gray Wolf, Mule Deer, North American River Otter, Bighorn Sheep present in area. American Common Merganser and Western Grebe observed. Garter snake species (Valley, Common, Western Terrestrial) documented.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
1111111111· Boise National Forest
Getting there →
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway east to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579. Continue on FR 579 to Deadwood Resevoir.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does River Side (Id - Boise) cost per night?+
River Side (Id - Boise) costs $12 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is River Side (Id - Boise) open?+
River Side (Id - Boise) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does River Side (Id - Boise) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at River Side (Id - Boise)?+
River Side (Id - Boise) can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at River Side (Id - Boise)?+
River Side (Id - Boise) 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 River Side (Id - Boise)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at River Side (Id - Boise) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is River Side (Id - Boise) open, and what are check-in times?+
River Side (Id - Boise) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
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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$12 /night★ 3.2 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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