Bad Bear Campground
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About Bad Bear Campground
Bad Bear Campground is a national park campground at Boise National Forest in Boise County, Idaho. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Bad Bear Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 100 ft. Campers rate it 4.6/5 across 30 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Boise National Forest include Hayfork Group Cg, Edna Creek Campground, Ten Mile Campground, Beaver Creek Cabin (id) and Black Rock.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 10 · 2024: 26 · 2025: 26
Location
Address
Idaho City, Idaho
Coordinates
43.9086, -115.6964
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 76 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Hayfork Group Cg
Boise National Forest
Edna Creek Campground
Boise National Forest
Ten Mile Campground
Boise National Forest
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Beaver Creek Cabin (id)
Boise National Forest
Black Rock
Boise National Forest
Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, ID)
Boise National Forest
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Bad Bear Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Bad Bear Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Bad Bear Campground?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Bad Bear Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Bad Bear Campground right now?
Bad Bear Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Bad Bear Campground located?
Bad Bear Campground is located in Boise National Forest, near Idaho City, Idaho.
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