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Golden Gate Campground
Overview:
The Golden Gate Campground offers 9 campsites in a peaceful, remote setting near mountain slopes covered in dense pine forest. Peak season for the campground is typically early June through late September. It can be accessed by most vehicles; however the road is narrow and may be rough in spots.
Natural Features:
The campground sits in a pretty mountain meadow a stone's throw from scenic Johnson Creek, a tributary of the South Fork Salmon River. Wildlife watchers may see deer, elk, bear and moose. Bald eagles are often spotted soaring overhead.
Recreation:
The campground is near several trailheads into the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness. Check on the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for non-motorized and motorized trails. The area is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message.
The South Fork Salmon River and Johnson Creek offer opportunities for fishing. Berry picking and hunting are popular pastimes in season.
Nearby Attractions:
The tiny community of Yellow Pine established in 1902 is just north of the campground and offers limited services. The popular Yellow Pine Music & Harmonica Festival is held annually in August.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | May – September – (or until closed by snow) |
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| Reservations: | No reservations are necessary. This campground is first come, first serve. |
| Fees: | This is not a fee campground. Total of 9 sites. |
| Permit Info: | 9 sites / No fees. |
| Closest Towns: | Cascade, Idaho |
| Water: | Not for Drinking |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Information Center: | Facilities: The campsites have a fire ring, grill, picnic table and vault toilet. |
General Information
Directions:From Boise, Idaho, travel north on State Highway 55 approximately 80 miles to Cascade, Idaho.
From Cascade, Idaho, travel north on State Highway 55 only a short distance to the turnoff at the Warm Lake Road (Forest Highway 22).
Proceed along Forest Highway 22 northeast approximately 25 miles.
When you arrive at the Warm Lake area, Forest Highway 22 will become Forest Service (FS) Road 579. Continue east on FS Road 579 until it intersects with the FS Road 413, approximately 10 miles.
Turn north on the FS Road 413 and travel approximately 23 miles to Golden Gate Campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Total of 9 sites.Lake and Pond Fishing
On your way to the campground, stop by Cascade Lake or Warm Lake for the catch of the day!
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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River and Stream Fishing
Enjoy fishing Johnson Creek for salmon, steelhead, whitefish and several species of trout including bull, brook, rainbow and cutthroat.
Day Hiking
Nearby Riordan trailhead is open to mountain bikers, hikers, ATV riders, and horseback riders.| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Horse Riding
Nearby Riordan trailhead is open to mountain bikers, hikers, ATV riders, and horseback riders.| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Viewing Wildlife
Wildlife is in the area. Watch and you may get a glimpse.| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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