Peace Valley Campground
Peace Valley Campground sits just 27 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, at an elevation of 4591 feet. The beautiful Peace Valley offers excellent hiking, motorcycle riding, fishing, and hunting opportunities.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 50 / 10 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
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
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site GS1 is listed accessible |
This fully-accessible campground is a small facility with just five campsites that make up one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people. Picnic tables, grills, a small picnic shelter, and campfire rings are provided. Parking spurs can accommodate small to medium RVs up to 30 feet in length. Vault toilets and drinking water are available.
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 | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 7-877-444-6777. Extra vehicle fees may apply. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Garden Valley, Idaho, take Forest Road 698 north approximately 16 miles north. Turn right at the junction of FR 698 and FR 671. Take FR 671 for about 10 miles to the campground, which is on the left-hand side of the road.
| Nearest town | Emmett, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.3539° N, 115.7828° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
24 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek Council Mtn Rx
42 mi from the campground · 1,817 acres
- PrescribedMeadow Marsh Rx
43 mi from the campground · 70 acres
- PrescribedGoose Rx
46 mi from the campground · 529 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Nelson's RV's ↗ | 54.8 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Silver Creek Plunge, a privately-developed hot springs resort, is 2.5 miles away with a hot springs pool, general store, concessions, a playground, horseshoe pits, and both volleyball and basketball courts.
- 2.2 miSilver Creek Summit Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.2 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miEggers1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.9 miPeace Creek ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1 miDevil'S Slide ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miUpper Pine Creek ↗10.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.7 miPine Creek Loop ↗5.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.2 miSilver Creek Summit ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.9 miPeace Creek Trailhead ↗Boise National Forest
- 2.2 miLong Fork Silver Creek / Bitter Creek 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
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
- North Fork Payette River BridgeStructure · Smiths Ferry · 13.8 mi
Natural features
The surrounding area consists of high, forested mountains, and steep valleys. The campground lies close to an experimental forest and a fire lookout. A variety of wildlife makes its home in and around Peace Valley, including deer, elk, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks.
Recreation
Peace Valley offers several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV use. Peace Creek Trail and Bitter Creek Trail (both motorcycle trails) begin nearby. The Rattlesnake Trail and 465 ATV Trail are in the vicinity of the campground. Peace Creek and nearby Silver Creek offer excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk, and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Peace Valley Campground?
Sites at Peace Valley Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 7-877-444-6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Peace Valley Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Peace Valley Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Peace Valley Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Peace Valley Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Peace Valley Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Peace Valley Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Peace Valley Campground?
Site GS1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Peace Valley Campground?
Peace Valley offers several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV use. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Peace Valley Campground?
Emmett, Idaho. Silver Creek Plunge, a privately-developed hot springs resort, is 2.5 miles away with a hot springs pool, general store, concessions, a playground, horseshoe pits, and both volleyball and basketball courts.
Source: Getting there
What if Peace Valley Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Silver Creek Campground (1.9 mi, partly first-come), River Side (5.9 mi, partly first-come), and Barneys Campground (6.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby