Elks Flat Campground
Elks Flat Campground is situated on the banks of the South Fork Boise River, at the foot of the Trinity Mountain Range in Idaho. It is five miles north of the town of Pine. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring trails in the surrounding area.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 100 / 22 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 100 / 22 | 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 | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This campground contains two large-group campsites that can accommodate up to 100 people. Each site is equipped with covered pavilions, picnic tables and cement site pads. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.
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 fee campground with 36 sites. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Single-family campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Mountain Home, travel east on Highway 20 for 35 miles to the turnoff for Pine/Featherville (Forest Highway 61). Travel north on Highway 61 for 24 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Mountain Home, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.5372° N, 115.2951° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedParadise Rx
24 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
40 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Boise Gear Collective ↗ | 45.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Allan Marsh Travel Center ↗ | 48.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Baumgartner Hot Springs is approximately 16 miles away with a soaking pool and nature trail. Kelly Creek Flats Recreation Area is adjacent to Baumgartner with several more trail opportunities.
- 4.8 miPine Gulch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.1 miDeer Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 5.3 miCamp Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.3 miFall Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miGreen Creek4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.7 miParadise ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.3 miYellow Pine Ridge3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.3 miN Fork Deer Creek1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.3 miLupine Gulch1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.5 miYellow Pine Loop4.4 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
Boise National Forest begins about 2.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.5 miBoise National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,526,862 acres
- 2.7 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Featherville SchoolBuilding · Featherville · 5.3 mi
Natural features
The campground is settled in a grassy meadow. It is surrounded by stands of cottonwood, aspen, Douglas fir and ponderosa pine, at an elevation of 4,400 feet.
Recreation
The South Fork Boise River runs along the eastern edge of the campground, offering rafting, swimming and fishing for rainbow trout. Paradise Hot Springs is nearby. Green Creek Trail 270, a 4.5-mile trail for hiking, horseback riding and dirt bikes, begins a mile from the site. Cross Cut Trail 172 also begins close by and is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicles.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Elks Flat Campground?
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 Elks Flat Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Elks Flat Campground have?
2 sites, including 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Elks Flat Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 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 Elks Flat Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Elks Flat Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Elks Flat Campground?
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
What is there to do at Elks Flat Campground?
The South Fork Boise River runs along the eastern edge of the campground, offering rafting, swimming and fishing for rainbow trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Elks Flat Campground?
Mountain Home, Idaho. Baumgartner Hot Springs is approximately 16 miles away with a soaking pool and nature trail.
Source: Getting there
What if Elks Flat Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Dog Creek (0.7 mi, partly first-come), Pine Campground Boat Ramp (5.6 mi, first-come), and Abbott Campground (6.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby