Grouse Campground

Payette National Forest, Idaho

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As of September 2026, Grouse Campground is a campground in Payette National Forest, Idaho with 8 campsites. Grouse Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Grouse Campground is located at 45.0681° N, 116.1669° W.

people allowed on 6 of 8 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 10

Grouse Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Campsites at Grouse Campground

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Standard 8

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

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

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

All sites at Grouse Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the GROUSE CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
014	Standard	10
015	Standard	10
016	Standard	8
017	Standard	8
018	Standard	8
019	Standard	8
020	Standard	8
021	Standard	8

About Grouse Campground

Overview

Grouse Campground is located just 16 miles from McCall, Idaho, on the shores of Goose Lake. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing and horseback riding.

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

Goose Lake is a no-wake lake offering rainbow and brook trout fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Numerous hiking, horseback riding and dirt bike trails are in the vicinity, including Granite Mountain Lookout and Goose Creek Falls.

Facilities

The campground offers several single and double-family sites, all of which are accessible. Most sites have scenic lake views. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, and a horse-unloading ramp and hitching rail is provided in the campground near the boat ramp. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.

Natural Features

Goose Lake is situated in the beautiful Salmon River Mountain range at an elevation of 6,500 feet. A forest of Engelmann spruce and lodgepole pines provides partial shade in the campground, which is a short, three-minute walk from the shoreline. Summer wildflowers are abundant.

Nearby Attractions

Brundage Mountain Resort, located nearby, offers scenic chairlift rides and excellent lift-served mountain biking and hiking.

Rules and notices at Grouse Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

Additional first come, first served sites may be available

Free day-use picnic sites 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.

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Grouse Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Grouse Campground?

Grouse Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 8 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Grouse Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Grouse 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 Grouse Campground have?

Grouse Campground has 8 campsites.