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Burgdorf Area, McCall Ranger District

This area is a hub for recreation. Whether your goal is visit privately-owned Burgdorf Hot Springs, explore a portion of the 900-mile Idaho Centennial Trail, take a family-friendly hike to Ruby Meadows (#174), or a challenging trail run on the Bear Pete Trail (#142), this area has something for everyone.

To access this area, travel approximately 30 miles north of McCall on the paved Warren Wagon Road (21). Turn left on gravel Forest Road #246. From this junction, continue an additional two mile to the Burgdorf Campground, or an additional three miles to the Jeanette Campground.

The Josephine Lake Trail (#296) is a family-friendly hike, also popular for fly-fishing. This beautiful 13-acre lake is tucked into a granite cirque. The 0.7 mile trail winds along a mountainside and past a small lake offering great views before climbing over a small rise and dropping down to Josephine Lake. The trailhead is located off Forest Road #316, a few miles north of Secesh Summit.

Recreation Sites

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Bear Pete Trailhead
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Bear Pete Trailhead is the northern access to Bear Pete Ridge Trail #142.  The trailhead is located on the French Creek Road (FS-50251) just prior to where the road drops into the Salmon River…

Burgdorf Campground
Site Closed
Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250'. Three sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and fire ring. There is typically a volunteer…

Burgdorf Guard Station Rental Cabin
Site Closed
Biking Hiking Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The freshly renovated Burgdorf Cabin is situated in a small meadow at with a backdrop of mountains. The cabin is a short distance from Burgdorf Campground. A stream runs adjacent to the cabin and…

Burgdorf Hot Springs and Main Salmon River
Scenic Drives
From McCall take Warren Wagon Road north to the junction with the Burgdorf Road (Forest Road #246). Again the road is paved the first 30 miles. Turn left onto road #246. Travel approximately 2 miles…

Jeanette Campground
Site Closed
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Six shady sites among the trees offer relief from the summer heat and easy access to Burgdorf Hot Springs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Sites are best suited for…

Lake Creek Camping Area
Biking Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Fishing
Dispersed camping areas adjacent to Lake Creek are scattered along National Forest Road #246. Vault toilet, fire rings and some tables available. Popular with ATV users and stock users. Located near…

Last updated August 28, 2025

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