Sheep Trail Campground

Sawtooth National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Stanley, ID, ID

Price: From $150 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sheep Trail Campground is located at an elevation of 6,670 feet in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho.Sheep Trail is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the nearby Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location f

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

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

Sheep Trail Campground sits at 6,670 feet in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area with access to approximately 750 miles of hiking and biking trails. Campers praise the clean facilities, shaded group areas, and scenic mountain setting.

Wildlife alert: Great Gray Owl, Sandhill Crane, Dusky Grouse, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Wapiti (Elk), Pronghorn, Western Deer Mouse, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Sheep Trail Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Group camping available with shared fire area and separate individual spots Hand pump water available on-site

Skip Sheep Trail Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at this campground. You require self-contained RV facilities not suitable for boondocking. You are sensitive to highway noise — campground is close to State Highway 21. You want to avoid recent wildfire recovery areas — 125,000 acres burned nearby in 2024.

Best time to visit Sheep Trail Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only. September-October — Avoid peak summer crowds and recent fire damage recovery period.

Nearby campgrounds: Elk Creek Campground (Sawtooth Nf) (Stanley, ID), Trap Creek Campground (Stanley, ID), Stanley Lake Campground (Stanley, ID), Cape Horn Winter Rental (CHALLIS, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sheep Trail Campground

Cell signal at Sheep Trail Campground (Stanley, 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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Stanley, ID, ID★ 4.4 (7 reviews)From $150/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sheep Trail Campground is located at an elevation of 6,670 feet in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho.Sheep Trail is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the nearby Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location for bird and wildlife watching.This small campground offers one group site that consists of four smaller sites.

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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 RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
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 need RV hookups — none available at this campground✕ You require self-contained RV facilities not suitable for boondocking✕ You are sensitive to highway noise — campground is close to State Highway 21✕ You want to avoid recent wildfire recovery areas — 125,000 acres burned nearby in 2024

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Group camping available with shared fire area and separate individual spots

Hand pump water available on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Best: September-October

Avoid peak summer crowds and recent fire damage recovery period

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: Great Gray Owl, Sandhill Crane, Dusky Grouse, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Wapiti (Elk), Pronghorn, Western Deer Mouse, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Stanley, Idaho, take State Highway 21 west for approximately 10 miles. Turn south between mileposts 121 and 122. Take Forest Road 613 to Sheep Trail Campground, located adjacent to State Highway 21.

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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

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How much does Sheep Trail Campground cost per night?+
Sheep Trail Campground costs $150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sheep Trail Campground open?+
Sheep Trail Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sheep Trail Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Trail Campground?+
Sheep Trail Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sheep Trail Campground?+
Sheep Trail 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 Sheep Trail Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sheep Trail Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sheep Trail Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Sheep Trail 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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$150 /night★ 4.4 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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