Baumgartner Campground
Baumgartner Campground is situated alongside the South Fork Boise River, 11 miles from Featherville, Idaho. The area offers excellent fishing, hiking and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Baumgartner Hot Springs is located within the campground, where visitors can enjoy soaking in the pool while admiring the scenic, natural setting.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 29 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| group rv area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
31 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | Group Rv Area Nonelectric | Partial | 100 / 12 | Yes | |||||||
| 001 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 002 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 005 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 006 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 58 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Loop A | Standard | Pull-through | 47 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| 009 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
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 | 76 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 004 and 26 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers single and double-family sites, as well as one quad site and one large group site (Site 100), all with picnic tables, fire rings and utility tables. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the main campground are paved.
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 | 5/18 |
| Forest | Sawtooth National Forest |
| Fees | $10.00 per night fee for a single unit, $20.00 per night fee for a double unit, and $40.00 per night fee for the group site. |
| Rules | Pets must be leashed at all times in the campground. All camp fires must be attended. OHVs are not allowed on the roads within the campground. The pool is drained and cleaned at night and no soaps, alcohol or glass are allowed near or in the pool. Swimsuits are required and no pets are allowed around or in the pool. |
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Getting there
Take I-84 to Exit 95. Go east on State Highway 20 to mile marker 127.5. Turn north and follow signs to Featherville. Once at Featherville, head east on Forest Road 227 for 11 miles on dirt road. At Baumgartner Campground sign, turn right and cross the bridge to the campground, on the left hand side.
| Nearest town | Fairfield, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.6125° N, 115.0803° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedParadise Rx
12 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
39 mi from the campground
- PrescribedBartlett Creek Rx
48 mi from the campground · 2,000 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 23.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Allan Marsh Travel Center ↗ | 58.5 mi |
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Explore
Video
A Video Tour of Baumgartner Campground & Hot Spring also including Kelley Flats
Worth a stop
Numerous hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Kelley Creek Flats Recreation Area is adjacent with additional designated dispersed site camping and livestock corrals near Kelley Creek. The historic Iron Mountain Lookout is located to the south of the campground. It is approximately a 12 mile one-way trip along the Kelley Creek trail which is open to vehicles 50" or less in width.
- 8.5 miPine Gulch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.8 miElk Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 15 miDeer Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miLittle Water Gulch ↗10.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.7 miBig Water Gulch ↗5.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.8 miKelly Flats Trail1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.8 miGardner Gulch Corral0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miGardner Gulch3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miJumbo Creek3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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 Sawtooth National Forest.
- inSawtooth National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,190,139 acres
- 4.5 miBoise 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Featherville SchoolBuilding · Featherville · 9 mi
- Atlanta Historic DistrictHistoric district · Atlanta · 13.3 mi
- Atlanta Dam and Power PlantStructure · Atlanta · 13.8 mi
Natural features
The campground is nestled beneath towering ponderosa pines at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The gentle South Fork Boise River runs along the site, offering beautiful scenery and recreation. A variety of wildlife is commonly seen in and around the campground, including deer and moose.
Recreation
The campground's main draw is Baumgartner Hot Springs. The 101-degree water is piped into a large concrete soaking pool. The pool is open during daylight hours and is drained and refilled daily. The pool is pressure washed Tuesday mornings and will not open until around noon. The South Fork Boise River provides great fishing for wild and stocked rainbow trout. Younger campers love splashing in the cool mountain waters. An accessible path leads to a bench overlooking the swimming/fishing hole on the north end of the campground. The John Baumgartner Gravesite is a short walk from the hot springs. A 1/4-mile interpretive nature trail begins at the hot springs and meanders up the hill through the forest. Kelley Creek/Iron Mountain, Virginia Gulch, Willow Creek, Van Gulch and Big Water Trails all begin in the area. Ponderosa Trail Learner's Loop is located approximately 1 mile to the west of the campground and offers beginner level trails for young ATV and off-road motorcycle riders. ATVs, UTVs and off-road motorcycles cannot be ridden within the campground. You may trailer them in and out of the campground but the trailer must fit within your camping spur.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Baumgartner Campground?
Sites at Baumgartner Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Baumgartner Campground?
$10.00 per night fee for a single unit, $20.00 per night fee for a double unit, and $40.00 per night fee for the group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Baumgartner Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Baumgartner Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season 5/18.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Baumgartner Campground have?
31 sites, including 29 standard sites without power, 1 group site, and 1 group rv area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Baumgartner Campground?
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 Baumgartner Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Baumgartner Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Baumgartner Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Pets must be leashed at all times in the campground.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Baumgartner Campground?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 30 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 Baumgartner Campground?
The campground's main draw is Baumgartner Hot Springs. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Baumgartner Campground?
Fairfield, Idaho. Numerous hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area.
Source: Getting there
What if Baumgartner Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Willow Creek Transfer Camp (2.9 mi, first-come), Willow Creek Campground (3.2 mi, first-come), and Chaparral Campground (6.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby