What are the hours and season for Sunny Gulch Campground?

Sunny Gulch Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Sunny Gulch Campground?

Sunny Gulch Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Sunny Gulch Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/sunny-gulch-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Sunny Gulch Campground

Sawtooth National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

STANLEY, ID4.8 (64)

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Sunny Gulch Campground sits along the shores of Salmon River in the forests of central Idaho.The campground offers spectacular views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Summer wildflowers are plentiful and lodgepole pines provide partial shade. Temperatures are cool with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.The Alpine Way Trail begins less than a mile from the campground, and the Idaho Centennial Trail passes nearby.

Things to do nearby

Sawtooth National ForestSalmon RiverThe Alpine Way Trail

Best For

AnglersHikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Sunny Gulch Campground cost per night?+

Sunny Gulch Campground costs $24–$125 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Sunny Gulch Campground open?+

Sunny Gulch Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Sunny Gulch Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Sunny Gulch Campground?+

Sunny Gulch Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Sunny Gulch Campground?+

Sunny Gulch Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Sunny Gulch Campground from the nearest town?+

Sunny Gulch Campground is located in STANLEY, ID. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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