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Warm River Campground in Idaho
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Warm River Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Warm River Campground is a campground in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho with 11 campsites. Warm River Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Warm River Campground is located at 44.1200ยฐ N, 111.3136ยฐ W.
people allowed on 6 of 11 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
100

Warm River Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Warm River Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Warm River Campground

  • Standard 6
  • Tent 4
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 4
  • Hookups 1

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft1 site
  • 30 ft4 sites
  • 40 ft1 site
  • 45 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, horse riding, water sports.

All sites at Warm River Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
GS-1GRPGroup10025 ft--
002SINGStandard840 ft--
004SINGStandard845 ft--
023SINGStandard830 ft-Accessible
027SINGStandard830 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
015TENTTent8---
016TENTTent16---
017TENTTent16---
018TENTTent8---
019WARMStandard1630 ft-Accessible
020WARMStandard1630 ft-Accessible

About Warm River Campground

Overview

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.

Recreation

Warm River is a popular location for tubing and fishing. Anglers cast for whitefish, brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout.

Numerous hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are in the immediate area, leading to natural springs, waterfalls and old railroad lines and tunnels.

Facilities

The campground offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests. Several single sites are also available, 11 of which are for tent camping only.

Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Natural Features

The campground is situated along the slow-moving Warm River at an elevation of 5,200 feet. Thickets of willow line the riverbanks and pine trees offer partial shade.

Nearby Attractions

Ashton, Idaho, about 9 miles away, offers gas and grocery services.

Island Park is nearby, with numerous lakes, rivers, streams and trails, offering plentiful outdoor activities for visitors of all ages.

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are within a couple hour's drive as well, with outstanding scenery and wildlife.

Rules and notices at Warm River Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Warm River Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Wildlife Caution

Idaho Off-road Vehicle Safety Message

A $7 fee for each extra vehicle will be collected at the campground.

Off-road vehicles not permitted

Please bring reservation confirmation to the campground

Walk-in sites may be available

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.

Warm River Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Warm River Campground?

Warm River Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 11 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Warm River Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Warm River 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 Warm River Campground have?

Warm River Campground has 11 campsites.

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