Ponderosa
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About Ponderosa
Ponderosa is a national park campground at Payette National Forest in Valley County, Idaho. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Ponderosa 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 99 ft. Campers rate it 4.6/5 across 248 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Payette National Forest include Secesh Campground, Buckhorn Bar, Chinook, Camp Creek and Lake Fork.
Total reservations in July — 2023: 1
Location
Address
Valley County, Idaho
Coordinates
45.0621, -115.7586
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 1 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Ponderosa FAQ
How far in advance should I book Ponderosa?
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 Ponderosa?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Ponderosa. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Ponderosa right now?
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa located?
Ponderosa is located in Payette National Forest, Idaho.
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