Warm River
Warm River Campground is located on its namesake in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southwestern Idaho. Visitors love the campground for its river tubing opportunities. Fishing and hiking are popular as well.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Tent-only | 10 |
| Standard with electric | 1 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 13 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-1 | GRP | Group | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 100 / 20 | |
| 001 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | ||
| 002 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | ||
| 003 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 004 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | ||
| 005 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 006 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 022 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 023 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 024 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 | 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 | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Accessibility | Sites XXX, 022, 023, 024 and 5 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests. Several single sites are also available, 11 of which are for tent camping only. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May |
| Forest | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Booking | Warm River, Caribou-Targhee National Forest - Recreation.gov |
| Fees | Single Site $ 25.00. Double Site $ 50.00. Single Site (electric/water) $31.00. Group Area (Sun.-Thurs.) $100.00. Group Area (Fri.-Sat.) $200.00. Extra Vehicle (ea.) $ 7.00 |
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Getting there
From Ashton, Idaho, travel northeast on Highway 47 to Warm River. Turn right onto Fish Creek Road and continue 1/4-mile to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Ashton, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.1200° N, 111.3136° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor Resource Center ↗ | 31.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World of Idaho Falls ↗ | 57.4 mi |
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Warm River Campground - Targhee National Forest, ID
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miRailroad Grade Connector0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miRailroad Right-Of-Way ↗38.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.6 miBear Gulch Railroad Access0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 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
Caribou-Targhee National Forest begins about 2.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.5 miCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
- 13.7 miWinegar Hole Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 10,662 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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On the National Register nearby
- Big Falls InnBuilding · Island Park · 4.7 mi
- Independent Order of Odd Fellows HallBuilding · Ashton · 7.6 mi
- Conant Creek Pegram Truss Railroad BridgeStructure · Grainville · 7.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated along the slow-moving Warm River at an elevation of 5,200 feet. Thickets of willow line the riverbanks and pine trees offer partial shade.
Recreation
Warm River is a popular location for tubing and fishing. Anglers cast for whitefish, brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout. Numerous hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are in the immediate area, leading to natural springs, waterfalls and old railroad lines and tunnels.
Nearby
Ashton, Idaho, about 9 miles away, offers gas and grocery services. Island Park is nearby, with numerous lakes, rivers, streams and trails, offering plentiful outdoor activities for visitors of all ages. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are within a couple hour's drive as well, with outstanding scenery and wildlife.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Warm River?
Sites at Warm River are reservable on Recreation.gov. Warm River, Caribou-Targhee National Forest - Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Warm River?
Single Site $ 25.00. Double Site $ 50.00. Single Site (electric/water) $31.00.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Warm River?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Warm River open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Warm River have?
37 sites, including 12 standard sites without power, 10 tent-only sites, 1 standard site with power, and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Warm River?
The longest site here provides 45 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
Does Warm River have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Warm River?
Sites XXX, 022, 023, and 024 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 9 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
What is there to do at Warm River?
Warm River is a popular location for tubing and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Warm River?
Ashton, Idaho. Ashton, Idaho, about 9 miles away, offers gas and grocery services.
Source: Getting there
What if Warm River is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grandview Campground (Idaho) (3.8 mi), Riverside (12.4 mi), and Cave Falls Campground (14.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby