Mike Harris
Mike Harris Campground is located along scenic Teton Pass, just 5 miles from Victor, Idaho at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, exploring local trails and sightseeing in this beautiful region.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
12 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 34 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 34 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Full | 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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground contains single-family sites with picnic tables, campfire rings and food storage lockers. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.
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 | May to September |
| Forest | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | For current fees, please go to Recreation.gov |
| Rules | No ATVs allowed. |
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Getting there
Located 5 miles southeast of Victor, ID on Wyoming Route 22, 2 miles north of Trail Creek Campground.
| Nearest town | Driggs, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.5564° N, 111.0689° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Headwall Recycle Sports ↗ | 15.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Airstream of Wyoming ↗ | 34.4 mi |
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Explore
Video
A Photographic Tour of Mike Harris Campground in Eastern Idaho
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miYeti'S Loop2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miNemo2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miBpa Line ↗7.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.5 miCampground0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miMikesell Canyon2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miGrumpy'S Loop1.8 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 Caribou-Targhee National Forest.
- inCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
- 3.2 miBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 12.3 miJedediah Smith Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 123,896 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
On the National Register nearby
- Victor Railroad DepotBuilding · Victor · 4 mi
- Spud Drive-In TheaterHistoric district · Driggs · 9.4 mi
- Upper Granite Canyon Patrol CabinBuilding · Moose · 9.4 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated near Trail Creek among a forest of Douglas fir and lodgepole pine. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including moose and deer. Summer wildflowers are abundant.
Recreation
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities on the Mikesell Canyon Trail, which begins at the site. Trail Creek offers fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat and brook trout.
Nearby
Popular activities in the area include the Teton Valley Summer Festival over the Fourth of July in Driggs, with a hot air balloon festival, parade, rodeo, bike races and craft booths. Grand Targhee Resort is nearby with outstanding annual music festivals: Targhee Fest is in mid-July; Targhee Bluegrass Festival is in mid-August. The resort also offers lift-served hiking and mountain biking, scenic lift rides, guided horseback riding, a climbing wall and an 18-hole disc golf course. Grand Teton National Park's Granite Entrance is 22 miles away; Jackson, Wyoming is 19 miles away. Yellowstone National Park is within a couple hours drive.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mike Harris?
Sites at Mike Harris are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Mike Harris?
For current fees, please go to Recreation.gov
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mike Harris?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Mike Harris open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Mike Harris have?
12 sites, including 12 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mike Harris?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Mike Harris?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mike Harris. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mike Harris?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No ATVs allowed.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Mike Harris?
FCC coverage maps show T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Mike Harris?
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities on the Mikesell Canyon Trail, which begins at the site. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mike Harris?
Driggs, Idaho. Popular activities in the area include the Teton Valley Summer Festival over the Fourth of July in Driggs, with a hot air balloon festival, parade, rodeo, bike races and craft booths.
Source: Getting there
What if Mike Harris is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Trail Creek (1.9 mi), Pine Creek Campground (6.9 mi, first-come), and Palisades Creek Campground (13.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby