Howers
Howers Campground is located on the northeast shore of the scenic Deadwood Reservoir in western Idaho. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities in this remote area.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | Pull-through | 20 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | |||
| 008 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 009 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | |||
| 010 - Double Site | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 16 / 4 |
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 | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use. |
| Accessibility | Sites 002, 003, 004, 005 are listed accessible |
This primitive campground offers waterfront sites with direct shoreline access. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but there is no electricity. Roads and parking spurs within the site are dirt.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Mid-June to End of September |
| Forest | Boise National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Some sites are on a first come, first served basis. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17/Banks-Lowman Highway east to Lowman. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579 and continue into the campground.
| Nearest town | Lowman, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.3236° N, 115.6486° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
18 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMeadow Marsh Rx
47 mi from the campground · 70 acres
- PrescribedMill Creek Council Mtn Rx
48 mi from the campground · 1,817 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Happy Camper ↗ | 56.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 6.9 mi
- 6.9 miSilver Creek Summit Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.3 miHabit Creek4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.3 miWestside ↗8.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miWhitehawk Basin ↗6.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.1 miTranquil Basin0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4 miDeadwood Ridge ↗21.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.3 miPeace Creek ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 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
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.
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Natural features
The campground is situated in a mixed-growth pine forest, offering plenty of shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant, and the campground affords sweeping views of the reservoir.
Recreation
Because of its remote location, Deadwood Reservoir is quiet and unpopulated, making for great fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon, as well as rainbow and cutthroat trout. Boating, water skiing, canoeing and kayaking are popular on the lake, and a boat ramp is located about two miles away at Cozy Cove Campground. Several trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding wind around the lake shore and surrounding landscape.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Howers?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Howers?
There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Howers?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Howers have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Howers?
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
Are pets allowed at Howers?
Yes, pets are allowed at Howers. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Howers?
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.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Howers?
Sites 002, 003, 004, and 005 are 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 Howers?
Because of its remote location, Deadwood Reservoir is quiet and unpopulated, making for great fishing for Chinook and Kokanee salmon, as well as rainbow and cutthroat trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Howers?
Lowman, Idaho.
Source: Getting there
What if Howers is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Barneys Campground (0.7 mi, partly first-come), River Side (1.8 mi, partly first-come), and Cozy Cove (2.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby