Sheep Trail Campground

About this site

Overview Sheep Trail Campground is located at an elevation of 6,670 feet in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho. Recreation Sheep Trail is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the nearby Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location for bird and wildlife watching. Facilities Sheep Trail is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the nearby Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location for bird and wildlife watching. Natural Features Summer wildflowers are plentiful and a mixed stand of pines provides partial shade. A small creek runs next to the campground. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees. Nearby Attractions Numerous sparkling lakes and streams, including the Salmon River, dot the area, making for great rainbow and native Westslope cutthroat trout fishing. Stanley and Redfish Lakes are nearby, offering excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair and Fireman's Ball in September. Additional Info: The campground consists of one group site with four smaller sites that can accommodate up to 40 people and 8 vehicles (up to 30 feet). If the group site is not reserved, individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The group site is generally open mid-May to mid-September. Amenities include vault toilets, trash receptacles, picnic tables, BBQ grills, and fire rings. The road to the site and parking spur are paved. Cell service is not available.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

99 feet

Contact

• 208-774-3000
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232097

Location

44.305716, -115.056746