Thompson Flat

About this site

Overview Thompson Flat Campground is located high in the Albion Mountain Range of southern Idaho, near the towns of Declo and Albion. Visitors enjoy the area for its abundant trails, alpine lakes and scenic beauty. Recreation The Twin Lakes Campground area is located just outside the campground and across the road. It offers picnic areas, horse corrals and access to a variety of trails. Lake Cleveland is a two-mile drive from the campground, offering fishing, canoeing and trail opportunities. Several additional hiking, mountain biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are on the mountain. Facilities The Twin Lakes Campground area is located just outside the campground and across the road. It offers picnic areas, horse corrals and access to a variety of trails. Lake Cleveland is a two-mile drive from the campground, offering fishing, canoeing and trail opportunities. Several additional hiking, mountain biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails are on the mountain. Natural Features The campground is situated in a beautiful wildflower-filled meadow lined with tall pine and fir trees, on the eastern slope of Mount Harrison. It sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet. Nearby Attractions A visit up the road to the Mount Harrison Lookout offers interesting area information and breathtaking panoramic views of the valleys below. Pomerelle Ski Area, just below Thompson Flat, offers lift-served hiking and mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides and a few dining options, generally on weekends. Additional Info: 25 campsites including 21 individual units and 4 double units; 8 individual units reservable, others first-come first-served; 3 group sites (40-64 people) requiring reservations. Vault toilets available; no potable water (system not operable); pack-in/pack-out. Open typically July-October; gravel roads and parking spurs. No horses allowed in campground; limit 2 vehicles per site.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

60 feet

Contact

• 208-678-0430
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234192

Location

42.324722, -113.623611