Sunny Gulch Campground
Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho
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As of October 2026, Sunny Gulch Campground is a campground in Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho with 11 campsites. Sunny Gulch Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Sunny Gulch Campground is located at 44.1761° N, 114.9092° W.
- people allowed on 9 of 11 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 75
Sunny Gulch Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
Published by Recreation.gov for Sunny Gulch Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Sunny Gulch Campground
- Standard 10
- Group 1
- Accessible 11
What an RV fits
- 35 ft10 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.
All sites at Sunny Gulch Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 003 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 023 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 024 | Standard | 16 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 025 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 026 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 027 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 028 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| 029 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Accessible |
| A01 - DAY USE Ramada | Group | 75 | - | Accessible |
About Sunny Gulch Campground
Overview
Sunny Gulch Campground sits along the shores of Salmon River in the forests of central Idaho.
Recreation
Excellent fishing is right out your back door on the Salmon River, with rainbow trout, Westslope cutthroat trout and occasional hybrid cutbows and bull trout available.
Sunny Gulch lies in the heart of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, and an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains.
Facilities
Sunny Gulch offers several campsites, a handful of which are close to a large picnic shelter. These sites and the shelter are perfect for a family reunion, wedding or other special event. The shelter contains a grill, utility tables, a dutch oven cooking surface and eight picnic tables.
Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.
Natural Features
The campground offers spectacular views of the Sawtooth Mountains. Summer wildflowers are plentiful and lodgepole pines provide partial shade. Temperatures are cool with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.
Nearby Attractions
The Alpine Way Trail begins less than a mile from the campground, and the Idaho Centennial Trail passes nearby.
Redfish and Stanley Lakes are nearby with great boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Numerous additional sparkling lakes and streams dot the area.
Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair and Fireman's Ball in September.
Rules and notices at Sunny Gulch Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Sunny Gulch Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY . Double & Group sites: refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Extra Vehicles: Your camp fee includes the first vehicle only in a single site and the first 2 vehicles in a double site. All other vehicles will be charged 50% of the posted camp fee at the time of check-in and cannot be paid for in advance. Coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
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.
Idaho Off-road Vehicle Safety Message
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Sunny Gulch Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Sunny Gulch Campground?
Sunny Gulch 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 Sunny Gulch Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Sunny Gulch 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 Sunny Gulch Campground have?
Sunny Gulch Campground has 11 campsites.
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