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Davis Canyon Campground in Idaho
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Davis Canyon Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho

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As of September 2026, Davis Canyon Campground is a campground in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho with 1 campsite. Davis Canyon Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Davis Canyon Campground is located at 42.1073ยฐ N, 111.4889ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
40

Davis Canyon Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at Davis Canyon Campground

  • Group 1
  • Accessible 1

Amenities

  • restrooms

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Davis Canyon Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Sites 5-7 loop.

SiteTypeSleepsAccess
GS1Group40Accessible

About Davis Canyon Campground

Overview

Davis Canyon Campground is situated on St. Charles Creek a scenic canyon in the forests of southeast Idaho.

Recreation

Nearby, the North Fork Trail and its associated trails access the Highline Trail #316. The Highline Trail is part of the National Trail System and is the area's premier trail. It stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Wasatch Mountains and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and motorcyclists, attracting trail users from around the world.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game manages the river fisheries, providing excellent fishing most of the year, including in St. Charles Creek. In-season big game hunting is also a popular activity.

Facilities

This campground contains one accessible group site that can accommodate up to 40 people. The group site is made up of three smaller individual sites. Picnic tables and fire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.

Natural Features

A mixed-growth conifer and aspen forest covers the campground. St. Charles Creek flows gently past the site.

Nearby Attractions

Minnetonka Cave, one of only two developed caves in the Forest Service, is a few miles from the campground. Guided cave tours are scheduled every 30 minutes daily from early June until Labor Day.

The Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge is just north of Bear Lake, offering excellent bird watching.

Bear Lake's Raspberry Days Festival occurs the first weekend in August every year, with a parade, fireworks, craft booths and a rodeo.

Rules and notices at Davis Canyon Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Davis Canyon Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Wildlife Caution

Idaho Off-Road Vehicle Safety Message

No water is available in the campground; nearest water is at Porcupine Campground approximately 2 miles away

Site #1 is not part of the group and is available as a single site on a first come, first served basis

Single sites can be used on a walk-in basis only if campground is not reserved

This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; please bring garbage bags

Parking is limited

Off-road vehicle use is not allowed in the canyon

There is no cell phone service

Click here for more info about the Caribou-Targhee National Forest

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.

Check-in Time is 2:00pm and Check-out time is 12:00pm

Davis Canyon Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Davis Canyon Campground?

Davis Canyon 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 Davis Canyon Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Davis Canyon 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 Davis Canyon Campground have?

Davis Canyon Campground has 1 campsites.

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