Mountain View
Mountain View Campground is located just east of Lowman, Idaho, along Highway 21 at an elevation of 3,900 feet. Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking and fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and soaking in the area's many hot springs pools.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 15 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | None | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 002 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 011 | Pull-through | 65 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 012 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | 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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 005, 006 and 11 more are listed accessible |
The campground contains several single-family sites, all of which are accessible, each with a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. A campground host is on-site. Roads and parking spurs are paved.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | End of May to End of September |
| Forest | Boise National Forest |
| Booking | This is a fee campground with 14 sites. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
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Getting there
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east on the Banks-Lowman Highway to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Campground is at milepost 73.2 along Highway 21.
| Nearest town | Lowman, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.0783° N, 115.6025° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
7 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParadise Rx
44 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bob Greenwood's Ski Haus ↗ | 42.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Happy Camper ↗ | 44.7 mi |
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Worth a stop
Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway and the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. Both byways offer scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks and several trail opportunities. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.
- 3 miKirkham Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 3.1 miJulie Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.6 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miClear Creek / Bear Valley Snow ↗31.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.1 miEdna/Rock Creek ↗24 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.3 miLogging Gulch ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 4 more
- 2.6 miMiller Mountain3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.8 miDeadwood Ridge ↗21.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.8 miLogging Gulch Spur0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
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
- 12.8 miSawtooth National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,190,139 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
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Natural features
Towering Ponderosa pines cover the campground, offering partial shade in most sites. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen wandering through the area on occasion.
Recreation
The South Fork Payette River offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing. The Deadwood and Danskin River Access areas are nearby. Popular Kirkham Hot Springs is less than 3 miles from the campground, with several soaking pools on the river's edge.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mountain View?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mountain View?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Mountain View open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season End of May to End of September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Mountain View have?
15 sites, including 15 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mountain View?
The longest site here provides 70 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 Mountain View?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mountain View. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Mountain View?
Sites 001, 002, 005, and 006 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 15 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Mountain View?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Mountain View?
The South Fork Payette River offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mountain View?
Lowman, Idaho. Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway and the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway.
Source: Getting there
What if Mountain View is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Park Creek (Idaho) (2.9 mi, partly first-come), Kirkham (3 mi), and Pine Flats (4.1 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby