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Pine Flats Campground
The Pine Flats Campground is located a few miles west of Lowman, Idaho, along the Banks-Lowman Highway at an elevation of 3,700 feet. Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking and fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and soaking in the hot springs at the river's edge.
Natural Features:
Towering Ponderosa pines cover the campground, offering partial shade in most sites. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen wandering through the campground on occasion.
Recreation:
The South Fork Payette River flows next to the site, down a small hill, and offers trout fishing, rafting and kayaking. The Danskin River Access area is 5 miles west of the campground.
A 1/4-mile nature trail begins in the campground and leads to a natural hot springs soaking pool on the riverside.
Nearby Attractions:
Numerous natural hot springs pools can be found along the Banks-Lowman Highway, also known as the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway. The area offers scenic views, wildlife watching, historical information kiosks and several trail opportunities.
Whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities on the South Fork and Main Payette Rivers. Several companies in the area offer guided half and full-day trips.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This is a fee campground with 24 sites. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Additional single-family sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring cash or check. Extra vehicle fees may apply. Please contact the Lowman Ranger District at 208-259-3361 for off-season camping information. |
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| Open Season: | End of May - End of September |
| Closest Towns: | Boise, Idaho |
| Water: | Drinking water |
| Restroom: | Vault |
General Information
Directions:-
From Boise, Idaho, travel north along State Highway 55 to Banks, Idaho approximately 38 miles.
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At Banks, turn right (east) onto State Highway 17 (Banks/Lowman Road) and proceed 28 miles to Pine Flats Campground.
General Notes:
Facilities:
The campground has 24 sites and contains several single and double-family sites, most of which are accessible, each with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved, as are some campsite pads. This campground does have a gate that will be closed in the winter season.
Activities
Campground Camping
Total of 26 sites.River and Stream Fishing
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game manage the river fisheries. Fishing is good to excellent most of the year. Whitefish and rainbow trout are the predominate species.| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Day Hiking
Hot Springs Trail (foot) - 0.25 miles; leads to the hot springs| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Viewing Wildlife
Opportunity to see big game roaming the area.| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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