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Scout Mountain Campground

โ˜…4.5(229 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandCaribou-Targhee National Forest ยท Pocatello, Idaho
๐Ÿš›Big Rig Friendly๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting๐Ÿœ๏ธDesert/Canyon๐ŸฅพHiking

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About Scout Mountain Campground

Scout Mountain Campground is a national park campground at Caribou-Targhee National Forest in Bannock 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.

Scout Mountain Campground is in very high demand โ€” 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 70 ft. Campers rate it 4.5/5 across 229 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Caribou-Targhee National Forest include Mink Creek Group Site Campground, Big Springs - Caribou, Pebble Guard Station, Malad Summit Campground and Malad Summit Guard Station.

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Total reservations in May โ€” 2023: 22 ยท 2024: 45 ยท 2025: 52

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Location

Address

Pocatello, Idaho

Coordinates

42.6917, -112.3589

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJuly sees 174 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Scout Mountain Campground campsite photo 1 - Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho
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Scout Mountain Campground FAQ

How far in advance should I book Scout Mountain 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 Scout Mountain Campground?

July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Scout Mountain Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Scout Mountain Campground right now?

Scout Mountain 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 Scout Mountain Campground located?

Scout Mountain Campground is located in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, near Pocatello, Idaho.

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