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Warm River

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ASHTON, ID, ID

Price: From $25 per night

Price range: $25–$100 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (58 reviews)

Season: May through October

Warm River Campground is located on its namesake in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southwestern Idaho. Visitors love the campground for its river tubing opportunities. Fishing and hiking are popular as well.The campground offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Warm River Campground is beloved for river tubing, fishing for trout species, and nearby hiking and mountain biking trails. Campers consistently praise the friendly camp host and beautiful riverside setting.

Wildlife alert: Moose, white-tailed deer, and red fox present in the area; bird species include ruffed grouse, townsend's solitaire, and yellow-rumped warbler.

Insider tips for Warm River: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 24 sites. Bring cash; the nearest ATM may not be immediately accessible. The camp host can provide site selection advice and local knowledge.

Skip Warm River if: You need RV hookups; no hookups available at most sites.. You plan to visit outside May through October; campground is seasonal.. You prefer larger campgrounds; only 24 sites available..

Best time to visit Warm River: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Grandview Campground (Idaho) (Ashton, ID), Warm River Cabin (ASHTON, ID), Riverside (Id - Targhee) (Island Park, ID), Squirrel Meadows Cabin (ASHTON, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Warm River

Cell signal at Warm River (ASHTON, ID): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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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ASHTON, ID, ID★ 4.4 (58 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Warm River Campground is located on its namesake in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southwestern Idaho. Visitors love the campground for its river tubing opportunities. Fishing and hiking are popular as well.The campground offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests.

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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 RV45 ft
Hookups2 electric sites
ADA sites9 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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; no hookups available at most sites.✕ You plan to visit outside May through October; campground is seasonal.✕ You prefer larger campgrounds; only 24 sites available.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 24 sites.

Bring cash; the nearest ATM may not be immediately accessible.

The camp host can provide site selection advice and local knowledge.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, white-tailed deer, and red fox present in the area; bird species include ruffed grouse, townsend's solitaire, and yellow-rumped warbler.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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208-558-7658· Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Getting there →

From Ashton, Idaho, travel northeast on Highway 47 to Warm River. Turn right onto Fish Creek Road and continue 1/4-mile to the campground entrance.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Warm River cost per night?+
Warm River costs $25–$100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Warm River open?+
Warm River is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Warm River have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Warm River?+
Warm River can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Warm River?+
Warm River 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 Warm River?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Warm River is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Warm River open, and what are check-in times?+
Warm River 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
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
pollen.googleapis.com
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
maps.googleapis.com
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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$25 /night★ 4.4 (58)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Grandview Campground (Idaho)

Ashton, ID

From $31/night

Warm River Cabin

ASHTON, ID

From $50/night

Riverside (Id - Targhee)

Island Park, ID

From $25/night

Squirrel Meadows Cabin

ASHTON, WY

From $40/night

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