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Lost River Region

From Willow Springs Pass south to the foothills behind Arco. The Lost River Ranger District and Recreation Region encompasses some of the most spectacular peaks and valleys on the Salmon-Challis.

General Information

Address: 716 W Custer Mackay, ID 83251
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Phone: 208-588-3400
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 507 Mackay, ID 83251

Complexes

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This is the area in and around Antelope Canyon, and can be accessed by Road #137.

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This campground has 21 campsites with a maximum length trailer size of 35 foot. Seven sites are located along Iron Bog creek and the rest are out in the

This area encompasses the King Mountain Launch Site and the Natural Arch.

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This area encompasses the King Mountain Launch Site and the Natural Arch.

These are recreations sites, access points and campgrounds along Road #138.

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This site has eight camp units in a beautiful wooded setting. There is one accessible vault toilet and several hitching rails.

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The Starhope Campground has 21 units in a beautiful wooded setting with Starhope Creek flowing through it.  There are two handpumps to provide potable w

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The Wildhorse campground has 13 sites in a heavily wooded setting.   There are two handpumps that provide water in the summer months, and two&

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This area includes the Wildhorse Developed campground and numerous trails in the vicinity of Wildhorse Guard Station.

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Copper Basin Guard Station is located in Copper Basin, a rugged and beautiful area in the Pioneer Mountains of south-central Idaho.

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This area has four camping units in an open sage brush area adjacent to Lake Creek with one vault toilet.

This is the area directly above the town of Mackay that contains the historic White Knob Mining District

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This is the area directly above the town of Mackay that contains the historic White Knob Mining District

This area has the Mount Borah Climbing Trail and Developed trailhead, the Earthquake Interpretive Site and the Leatherman Pass Trail.

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This area serves as a base camp for climbing the tallest mountain in Idaho. It has 5 campsites, accessible vault toilet, No drinking water, safety and informational signs.

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This area has the Mount Borah Climbing Trail and Developed trailhead, the Earthquake Interpretive Site and the Leatherman Pass Trail.

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This area is a day use interpretive site and picnic area with one vault toilet, three picnic tables and interpretive signs describing the 1983 Earthquake.

This is the area surrounding the North Fork tributary of the Big Lost River.  This area can be accessed by the North Fork Road (#128), which is located off the Trail Creek Road (#128).

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This is the area surrounding the North Fork tributary of the Big Lost River.  This area can be accessed by the North Fork Road (#128), which is located off the Tr

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This is a rustic trailhead with few amenities.  There is a multi-vehicle parking area with an information board.  There are two hardened sites at the trailhead.

This is the area in and around Pass Creek, which can be accessed by Road #122.

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The area has seven camping sites scattered through scenic Pass Creek Narrows. There is an accessible vault toilet, No drinking water.

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This is the area in and around Pass Creek, which can be accessed by Road #122.

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This is a group reservation site. No individual sites are available. Loristica is located in a wooded meadow, surrounded by beautiful scenery.

This area can be accessed by Road #101.

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This area can be accessed by Road #101.

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**SUMMER 2025- THERE WILL BE NO WATER AT TIMBER CREEK CAMPGROUND** 

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Mill Creek Campground and Trailhead consists six camp sites available in a wooded setting along scenic Mill Creek.

This is the area in and around the Trail Creek Road, #208.

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The Park Creek Campground has 12 units in a wooded setting.  There is one vault toilet. Nearby areas of interest include Summit Creek Trail, Big and Lit

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The campground has 21 campsites in a beautiful wooded setting. Amenities include two vault toilets. Non-reservable campground with $10/night fee.

Recreation Sites

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Arco Pass Area

Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Winter Sports
This area encompasses the King Mountain Launch Site and the Natural Arch.

Broad Canyon Campground & Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
This site has eight camp units in a beautiful wooded setting. There is one accessible vault toilet and several hitching rails. No drinking water is available. Nearby attractions include Broad…

Copper Basin Guard Station Rental Cabin

Site Open
Copper Basin Guard Station is located in Copper Basin, a rugged and beautiful area in the Pioneer Mountains of south-central Idaho.Copper Basin is a remote mountain valley with beautiful views, wide…

Earthquake Interpretive Site

Site Open
Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning
This area is a day use interpretive site and picnic area with one vault toilet, three picnic tables and interpretive signs describing the 1983 Earthquake.

Iron Bog Campground

Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking
This campground has 21 campsites with a maximum length trailer size of 35 foot. Seven sites are located along Iron Bog creek and the rest are out in the open sage-brush. There is one hand pump…

Lake Creek Trailhead & Campground

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
This area has four camping units in an open sage brush area adjacent to Lake Creek with one vault toilet. Hitching rails and loading ramp are available outside of the campground.  Horses are not…

Lemhi Range Area

Horse Riding and Camping Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Scenic Drives Winter Sports
These are the areas located in the Lemhi Mountain Range south of Sawmill Canyon.

Loristica Group Campground

Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking
This is a group reservation site. No individual sites are available. Loristica is located in a wooded meadow, surrounded by beautiful scenery. The site is rustic, and few amenities are present. There…

Last updated June 18th, 2025