Federal Gulch Campground and Trailhead
Federal Gulch Campground is a non-fee, non-reservation campground located on the East Fork of the Wood River. The campground is composed of 3 campsites on the East Fork of the Wood River. The trailhead provides access to Federal Gulch Tr. No. 169, which connects to the remote and seldom-visited Little Wood River country. The campground is generally accessible May through October. Campground amenities include a vault toilet is located in the campground, and each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Stock is permitted in designated areas and hitching rails are provided.
At a Glance
Reservations: | Not accepted. |
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Fees: | Non-fee campground. |
Usage: | Light |
Best Season: | June - September |
Busiest Season: | October during hunting season. |
Restrictions: | Camping limit 16 days. |
Water: | No potable water |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | Ketchum Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest |
General Information
Directions:From Ketchum, go south on ID 75 approximately 6 miles to the East Fork Big Wood River/Greenhorn Gulch traffic light, then go east (left) on Forest Road #118 approximately 12 miles, through the old mining town of Triumph, along the East Fork of the Wood River, to reach Federal Gulch Campground.
General Notes:
No potable water is provided at Federal Gulch Campground or within the East Fork Big Wood River drainage.
Activities
Campground Camping
River and Stream Fishing
Open Season: | November |
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Best Season: | July-September |