Baumgartner Campground
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About Baumgartner Campground
Baumgartner Campground is a national park campground at Sawtooth National Forest in Elmore 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.
Baumgartner 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 76 ft. Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 76 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Sawtooth National Forest include Alturas Lake Inlet and Chemeketan Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 50 · 2024: 57 · 2025: 83
Location
Address
Fairfield, Idaho
Coordinates
43.6125, -115.0803
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 195 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Baumgartner Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Baumgartner 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 Baumgartner Campground?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Baumgartner Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Baumgartner Campground right now?
Baumgartner 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 Baumgartner Campground located?
Baumgartner Campground is located in Sawtooth National Forest, near Fairfield, Idaho.
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