Antelope
Antelope Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir in the Boise National Forest, perched at an elevation of 5031 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
14 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | Group tent | Paved | Partial | 30 / 6 | Yes | ||
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 012 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 013 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 014 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 015 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 016 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers a large, tent-only group site that can accommodate up to 30 people, with several picnic tables, a grill and campfire ring. Numerous single-family sites also available, equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. Roads and some parking spurs throughout the campground are paved; other spurs are gravel. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Horseshoe Bend, Idaho, take State Highway 52 for 9 miles, then turn right on Sweet/Ola Highway and travel 16 miles to Ola. From Ola, continue 10 miles northeast on FS Rd 618, then make a right on FS Rd 626 and follow it for 7 miles. Make a left on FS Rd 614 and travel about 2 miles to Sage Hen Reservoir.
| Nearest town | Emmett, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.3353° N, 116.1850° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMill Creek Council Mtn Rx
34 mi from the campground · 1,817 acres
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
40 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGoose Rx
42 mi from the campground · 529 acres
- PrescribedMeadow Marsh Rx
42 mi from the campground · 70 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 45.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Nelson's RV's ↗ | 48.2 mi |
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Antelope Campground at Sage Hen Reservoir in Idaho
Worth a stop
- 0.2 miAntelope Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.3 miSage Hen Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.6 miSage Hen Nature Trail Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2 miWest Mountain (South) Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miSagehen A3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.3 miSagehen Annex0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSagehen C2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.6 miSagehen Nature Trail0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miSagehen D1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.9 miSagehen I1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.6 miSage Hen Nature Trail Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2 miWest Mountain (South) Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2.3 miJoe's Creek Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2.4 miRenwyck Creek Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Boise National Forest.
- inBoise National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,526,862 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir and grand fir. Most sites have plentiful shade and some have partial lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during the day with crisp, cool nights. A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers and boreal owls.
Recreation
Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout fishing. A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.The speed limit on the reservoir is 15 mph. Hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are abundant in the area. The non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and abundant wildlife watching opportunities. The Sagehen and kyaott ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for off-road vehicles and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Antelope?
Sites at Antelope are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Antelope?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Antelope have?
14 sites, including 13 standard sites without power and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Antelope?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Antelope?
Yes, pets are allowed at Antelope. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Antelope?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Antelope?
Sagehen Reservoir offers excellent boating, canoeing and rainbow trout fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Antelope?
Emmett, Idaho.
Source: Getting there
What if Antelope is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Shady Pines Campground (0.2 mi, partly first-come), Cartwright Ridge Campground (0.3 mi, first-come), and Sagehen Creek (0.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby