Eastside
Eastside Campground is located on the shores of scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an elevation of 4,956 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.
The group site takes reservations. Single sites are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | Lakefront | 50 / 10 | Yes | Yes |
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 | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 001 is listed accessible |
The campground is made up of several single sites or serves as one reservable, accessible group site that can accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Most of the campsites afford partial lake views. Picnic tables, campfire rings, a vault toilet, and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. A campground host is located at nearby Antelope Campground, where firewood can be purchased.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Mid-May to End of September |
| Forest | Boise National Forest |
| Booking | This is a group fee campground. Make your reservations at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Campground is only reservable as a group unit. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Horseshoe Bend, Idaho, take Highway 52 for 9 miles west to the junction with the Sweet/Ola Highway. Turn north and travel 16 miles to Ola, Idaho. Travel north through Ola and follow 10 miles northeast on FS Rd 618, then make a right on FS Rd 626 and follow it for 7 miles.
| Nearest town | Emmett, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.3322° N, 116.1736° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMill Creek Council Mtn Rx
35 mi from the campground · 1,817 acres
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
39 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 ↗ | 45.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Nelson's RV's ↗ | 48 mi |
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Explore
Video
Trail Reviews- Mount Rainier Eastside Trail [ Trailhead at Ohanapecosh Campground ]
Worth a stop
- 0.2 miSage Hen Nature Trail Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.3 miSage Hen Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.7 miAntelope Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 1.4 miWest Mountain (South) Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miSagehen Nature Trail0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miSagehen A3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.8 miSagehen Annex0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miSagehen C2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miSagehen E1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miSagehen D1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.2 miSage Hen Nature Trail Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 1.4 miWest Mountain (South) Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2.3 miJoe's Creek Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2.7 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. Summer temperatures range from 80 to 90-degree days to cooler 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 great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing. Boat ramps and docks are located nearby at both Antelope and Sagehen Creek Campgrounds. There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir. Hiking, biking, horse, and ATV 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 wildlife watching opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. The Sagehen and kyaott ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Eastside?
For some sites. The group site takes reservations. Single sites are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Eastside?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Eastside have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Eastside?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Eastside?
Yes, pets are allowed at Eastside. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Eastside?
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
Are there accessible sites at Eastside?
Site 001 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Eastside?
Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Eastside?
Emmett, Idaho.
Source: Getting there
What if Eastside is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sagehen Creek (0.3 mi), Hollywood Campground (0.4 mi, first-come), and Antelope (0.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby