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Malad Summit Campground in Idaho
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Malad Summit Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Malad Summit Campground is a campground in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho with 6 campsites. Malad Summit Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Malad Summit Campground is located at 42.3503ยฐ N, 112.2758ยฐ W.
people allowed on 4 of 6 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
125

Malad Summit Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Campsites at Malad Summit Campground

  • Standard 5
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 3

What an RV fits

  • 30 ft1 site
  • 45 ft2 sites
  • 50 ft1 site
  • 60 ft1 site
  • 125 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

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

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

All sites at Malad Summit Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the MALAD SUMMIT CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
002Standard845 ft-
004Standard830 ft-
006Standard845 ft-
008Standard860 ftAccessible
011Standard1650 ftAccessible
013Group125125 ftAccessible

About Malad Summit Campground

Overview

Malad Summit Campground is situated next to Mill Creek, just 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding on the area's many trails.

Recreation

Mill Creek offers cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing. Numerous trails begin nearby, including the 12-mile multi-use Summit Trail, which connects with Farmers Canyon, East Elkhorn and Wright Creek trails. Old Canyon and South Canyon trails begin a short distance from the campground.

Facilities

The campground is open year-round and contains one large group site that can accommodate up to 125 people. It is equipped with large picnic tables, a serving table, a grill, a campfire ring with benches, tent pads and a gravel parking area.

The campground has first-come, first-serve campsites and reservable campsites. Visitors can first check with the campground host for available campsites. If the campground host is not available, visitors must check if the campsite is occupied, and if available pay at the fee tube. Single-family campsites and one double site campsite are also available within the campground. Each campsite is equipped with a table, campfire ring, and grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Security is provided by the host and periodic patrols by the county sheriff.

Malad Summit Campground is managed by Pinnacle Parks Llc under a special use permit with the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. For questions please contact 208-757-3999 between the hours of 8am and 9pm..

Natural Features

The campground is settled in a dense forest of maple trees, which offer plentiful shade. Stately Douglas fir trees dot the landscape. The campground receives snow throughout the winter.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (208) 757-3999.

Rules and notices at Malad Summit Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Malad Summit Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Malad Summit Campground is managed by Pinnacle Parks Llc under a special use permit with the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. For questions please contact 208-757-3999 between the hours of 8am and 9pm..

The campground has first-come, first-serve campsites and reservable campsites. Visitors can first check with the campground host for available campsites. If the campground host is not available, visitors must check if the campsite is occupied, and if available pay at the fee tube.

There are no electric, water, or sewer site hookups at this campground.

An additional fee of $5 will be collected on-site for extra vehicles parked in a campsite. The Allowable Vehicle/Driveway Details section has information on maximum vehicles allowed for individual campsites. Single Sites: 1 vehicle, Double Sites: 2 vehicles

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground

Horses are not allowed at the campground

Wildlife Caution

Idaho OHV Safety Message

Click here for more information on 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.

Malad Summit Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Malad Summit Campground?

Malad Summit 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 Malad Summit Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Malad Summit 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 Malad Summit Campground have?

Malad Summit Campground has 6 campsites.

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