Bad Bear Campground

This site contains both reservable and first-come, first-served camp sites. Reservations can be made at Recreation.gov.

The Bad Bear Campground is located 48 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, in a scenic Ponderosa pine forest along State Highway 21 at an elevation of 5,100 feet. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant.

Historic Idaho City is just 11 miles south. Mores Creek runs adjacent to the site, offering whitefish and rainbow trout fishing.

Recreation

State Highway 21, also known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway, snakes along Mores Creek to Mores Creek Summit, Gold Fork, and Banner Ridge with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forest. Numerous trail opportunities are in the area, offering hiking, biking, horseback riding, and ATV riding. In winter, the area becomes a playground for backcountry skiers and snowmobilers.

For site specific questions, contact the Idaho City Ranger District.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Recreation.gov

General Information

Facilities:

This campground contains 6 sites that can accommodate up to 6 people each. Picnic tables, a BBQ grill, and fire ring with benches are provided. The site is in an open area with shade. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Parking spurs are paved. Due to its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.

Mid May - Mid October

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $15/night.
Double Site: $30/night.
Additional Vehicle: Fee may apply.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to Single Campsites ONLY.
*The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fee or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.*
https://store.usgs.gov/recreational-passes
Please be prepared to pay with CASH or CHECK.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*