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Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)

Payette National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) is a campground in Payette National Forest, Idaho with 13 campsites. Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) is located at 44.9489° N, 116.4400° W.

people allowed on 8 of 13 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 75

Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)

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Standard 11
Group 2
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

24 ft4 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Meadow · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife.

All sites at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id), as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
020	Standard	8	-	-
021	Standard	10	-	-
022	Standard	10	24 ft	-
023	Standard	10	24 ft	-
024	Standard	8	24 ft	-
025	Standard	8	24 ft	-
026	Standard	8	-	-
027	Standard	8	-	-
028	Standard	8	-	-
029	Standard	8	-	-
030	Standard	8	-	Accessible
G1	Group	75	-	-
G2	Group	50	-	-

About Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)

Overview

Cold Springs Campground is located near Lost Valley Reservoir, just 10 miles from New Meadows, Idaho. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and swimming.

Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

Lost Valley Reservoir is just 3/4-mile from the campground, offering boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. On the north end of the reservoir is the Lost Creek Interpretive Site, an excellent location for bird watching.

Facilities

The campground offers two group sites that can accommodate up to 75 and 50 guests each. Several additional single and double-family sites are available as well. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. The campground has no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash.

A boat ramp is located on the southeast shore of Lost Valley Reservoir, while Slaughter Gulch Day Use Site can be found on the west shore.

Natural Features

The campground is set in an open meadow lined with ponderosa pines and fir trees at an elevation of 5,000 feet. A few sites are shaded, but most are not. Summer wildflowers are abundant.

Nearby Attractions

Lost Valley Reservoir is less then a mile from the campground.

Rules and notices at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Idaho Off-road vehicle Safety Message

No electric, water or sewer site hookups available

Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility

Sites may be available on a first come, first served basis outside the reservation season

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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Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)?

Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 13 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id)?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id), 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 Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) have?

Cold Springs Campground - Payette NF (Id) has 13 campsites.