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Baumgartner Campground

Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Baumgartner Campground is a campground in Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho with 19 campsites. Baumgartner Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Baumgartner Campground is located at 43.6125° N, 115.0803° W.

people allowed on 13 of 19 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 100

Baumgartner Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum reservations at once: 5 reservations
Minimum stay: 2 consecutive days
Reservations close: 21 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Baumgartner Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Baumgartner Campground

100146891011282930313536

Standard 17
Group 1
RV 1
Accessible 18

What an RV fits

35–39 ft4 sites
40–44 ft4 sites
45–49 ft7 sites
55–59 ft1 site
65–69 ft1 site
75–79 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

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

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

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

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
100	BAUMGARTNER CAMPGROUND	RV	100	-	-
001	Loop A	Standard	8	40 ft	Accessible
004	Loop A	Standard	8	44 ft	Accessible
006	Loop A	Standard	8	56 ft	Accessible
008	Loop A	Standard	8	47 ft	Accessible
009	Loop A	Standard	8	48 ft	Accessible
010	Loop A	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
011	Loop A	Standard	8	45 ft	Accessible
016-017	Loop B	Standard	16	47 ft	Accessible
020-021	Loop B	Standard	16	48 ft	Accessible
022-025	Loop B	Group	32	68 ft	Accessible
028	Main Access	Standard	8	46 ft	Accessible
029	Main Access	Standard	8	36 ft	Accessible
030	Main Access	Standard	8	40 ft	Accessible
031	Main Access	Standard	8	38 ft	Accessible
032-033	Main Access	Standard	16	76 ft	Accessible
035	Main Access	Standard	8	36 ft	Accessible
036	Main Access	Standard	8	46 ft	Accessible
038-039	Main Access	Standard	16	42 ft	Accessible

About Baumgartner Campground

Overview

Baumgartner Campground is situated alongside the South Fork Boise River, 11 miles from Featherville, Idaho.

The area offers excellent fishing, hiking and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Baumgartner Hot Springs is located within the campground, where visitors can enjoy soaking in the pool while admiring the scenic, natural setting.

Recreation

The campground's main draw is Baumgartner Hot Springs. The 101-degree water is piped into a large concrete soaking pool. The pool is open during daylight hours and is drained and refilled daily. The pool is pressure washed Tuesday mornings and will not open until around noon.

The South Fork Boise River provides great fishing for wild and stocked rainbow trout. Younger campers love splashing in the cool mountain waters. An accessible path leads to a bench overlooking the swimming/fishing hole on thenorth end of the campground.

The John Baumgartner Gravesite is a short walk from the hot springs. A 1/4-mile interpretive nature trail begins at the hot springs and meanders up the hill through the forest.

Kelley Creek/Iron Mountain, Virginia Gulch, Willow Creek, Van Gulch and Big Water Trails all begin in the area. Ponderosa Trail Learner's Loop is located approximately 1 mile to the west of the campground and offers beginner level trails for young ATV and off-road motorcycle riders.

ATVs, UTVs and off-road motorcycles cannot be ridden within the campground. You may trailer them in and out of the campground but the trailer must fit within your camping spur.

Facilities

The campground offers single and double-family sites, as well as one quad site and one large group site (Site 100), all with picnic tables, fire rings and utility tables. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the main campground are paved. Site 100 is not paved.

Natural Features

The campground is nestled beneath towering ponderosa pines at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The gentle South Fork Boise River runs along the site, offering beautiful scenery and recreation.

A variety of wildlife is commonly seen in and around the campground, including deer and moose.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Kelley Creek Flats Recreation Area is adjacent with additional designated dispersed site camping and livestock corrals near Kelley Creek.

The historic Iron Mountain Lookout is located to the south of the campground. It is approximately a 12 mile one-way trip along the Kelley Creek trail which is open to vehicles 50" or less in width.

Rules and notices at Baumgartner Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

ATVs, UTVs, Off-Highway Vehicles, and off-highway motorcycles cannot be ridden in the campground. You may trailer them in and out, but trailers must fit within camp spur.

Idaho Off-road Vehicle Safety Message

No electricity, water or sewer site hookups at this campground

No livestock permitted

Live music and sound systems not permitted

Alcohol, glass, soap and shampoo are prohibited in the pool area; swimsuits are required

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.

Pets are not allowed in the pool area

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Baumgartner Campground FAQ

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

Baumgartner Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 19 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

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

Cancellations happen frequently at Baumgartner 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 Baumgartner Campground have?

Baumgartner Campground has 19 campsites.