Bonneville
Bonneville Campground is 19 miles east of Lowman, Idaho just off Highway 21 at an elevation of 4,700 feet. Warm Springs Creek runs alongside the campground and the South Fork Payette River lies across the highway. Visitors enjoy soaking at Bonneville Hot Springs a short distance above the campground, and fishing in the creek and river.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 18 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
22 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 016 - Double Site | BONN | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | 16 / 4 | Yes | |||
| 001 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | SING | Standard | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 003 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 65 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | SING | Standard | Pull-through | 24 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 005 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 006 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 007 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 008 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 009 | SING | Tent only | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | 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 | 100 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 016 - Double Site, 001, 002, 003 and 14 more are listed accessible |
The campground contains several accessible single-family sites and one double site, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. A campground host is on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | End of May to End of September |
| Forest | Boise National Forest |
| Booking | This is a fee campground with 22 sites. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 to Banks. Turn East on Banks Lowman Highway 17 to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. The campground is located at milepost 91.5.
| Coordinates | 44.1516° N, 115.3116° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
8 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParadise Rx
37 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Allan Marsh Travel Center ↗ | 59 mi |
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Explore
Video
A Video Tour of Bonneville Campground with Hot Springs Near Lowman, Idaho
Worth a stop
Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along Highway 21, also known as 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.
- 0.4 miWarm Springs Trailhead (Airstrip) ↗Trailhead
- 1.6 miBlue Jay Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.7 miKirkham Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miBonneville0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miLink ↗11.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.4 miWarm Springs ↗14 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1 miChapman Scenic2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miBlue Jay ↗4.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.4 miTen Mile Ridge ↗12.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.4 miWarm Springs Trailhead (Airstrip) ↗Boise National Forest
- 1.6 miBlue Jay 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
- 2.2 miSawtooth National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,190,139 acres
- 5.6 miSawtooth Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 217,511 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
The campground is situated on a bluff overlooking Warm Springs Creek. A forest of towering Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir covers the campground. Most campsites have plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen wandering through the area on occasion.
Recreation
A 1/4-mile hiking trail leads from the campground to Bonneville Hot Springs, where a soaking pool awaits. Warm Springs Creek offers good trout fishing. The South Fork Payette River offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and trout fishing. The Deadwood River Access area is located near Lowman.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bonneville?
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 Bonneville?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bonneville have?
22 sites, including 18 standard sites without power and 4 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bonneville?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Bonneville?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bonneville. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bonneville?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Bonneville?
Sites 016 - Double Site, 001, 002, and 003 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 18 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 Bonneville?
A 1/4-mile hiking trail leads from the campground to Bonneville Hot Springs, where a soaking pool awaits. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Bonneville is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grandjean Campground (8 mi, first-come), Helende (9.1 mi, partly first-come), and Bull Trout (10.5 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby