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Picnic Point (Id) Campground

Boise National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Picnic Point (Id) Campground is a campground in Boise National Forest, Idaho with 4 campsites. Picnic Point (Id) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Picnic Point (Id) Campground is located at 44.6508° N, 115.6725° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Picnic Point (Id) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Picnic Point (Id) Campground

1347

Standard 4

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Dirt road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Picnic Point (Id) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the PICNIC POINT loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
001	Standard	8
003	Standard	8
004	Standard	8
007	Standard	8

About Picnic Point (Id) Campground

Overview

Picnic Point Campground is located on a bluff overlooking beautiful Warm Lake, at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and viewing local wildlife.

Recreation

Warm Lake offers great fishing opportunities for cutthroat, rainbow, lake and bull trout. Boating, canoeing and swimming are popular activities. A boat ramp is located at neighboring Shoreline Campground. Billy Rice Swim Beach is within walking distance, offering a day-use site for picnicking and access to a swimming beach.

The surrounding area offers great hiking, mountain biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and hunting. The WeWuKiye (Wa Wu Kia) Trail No. 252 was recently built and can be accessed nearby, at the entrance to Shoreline Campground. It is available for hiking and mountain biking.

For off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Telephone Ridge Trail No. 112 offers 20 miles of trails for all riding levels, with staging areas at Shoreline Campground and at Warm Lake Campground down the road.

Facilities

The campground offers tent-only campsites, which can be accessed via a 50 to 200 foot hike from the parking area. Some sites overlook the scenic lake. Stairs lead to the lakeshore from three locations within the campground.

Sites are equipped with a table, campfire ring and grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided throughout the campground, but electricity is not available. The parking area is dirt, as are the pathways within the campground.

Natural Features

The campground is situated beneath towering ponderosa pines, which provide partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the area. A variety of wildlife including bears, deer, elk, fox, grouse, eagles, osprey, grosbeaks, whooping cranes and otters, lives around the lake.

Nearby Attractions

Rustic North Shore Lodge is not far from the campground, offering a small restaurant, lounge and store with limited supplies.

Rules and notices at Picnic Point (Id) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Picnic Point (Id) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Idaho OHV Safety Message

Bears frequent the area; please keep a clean camp and be bear aware

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

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Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Picnic Point (Id) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Picnic Point (Id) Campground?

Picnic Point (Id) Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Picnic Point (Id) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Picnic Point (Id) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Picnic Point (Id) Campground have?

Picnic Point (Id) Campground has 4 campsites.