Ducks on Sage Hen Reservoir
Sage Hen Campground
Sage Hen Reservoir
Ducks on Sage Hen Reservoir

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Available sites

9 total sites

About Sagehen Creek

Sagehen Creek Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an elevation of 4,997 ft. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, exploring Joe's Creek Trail, as well as utilizing the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

9 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 006, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: SAGE RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (35)

What Guests Are Saying

Sagehen Creek offers a variety of enjoyable activities such as swimming, paddleboarding, and fishing, with well-maintained bathrooms and an accommodating camp host. However, some visitors experienced overcrowding during holiday weekends, a lack of privacy between campsites, and issues with reservations. Additionally, concerns were raised about flooding and insufficient water access at certain sites.

Review Summary

3.0
35 reviews
5
20.0%
7
4
22.9%
8
3
14.3%
5
2
20.0%
7
1
22.9%
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travis a

Verified

August 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SAGE

1

Didn't even start one night arrived at the camp site to find out most of the campground had been clear cut the year before. This needs to be stated on the reservation system and the pics need to be updated to show the very poor quality sites

Dave E

Verified

August 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SAGE

1

A very misleading description of camp sites. Mine said it would accommodate up to 35 ft vehicles. I have a 30' 5th wheel, and the only way I could fit the trailer in was if I had helicopter to drop it in. The camp ground roads were so narrow there was was no way to maneuver into the site. After 30 to 45 minutes of attempting to get the trailer into space I just decided to forget it. I ended up down the road in a dry camp site and spent 5 days in the 3" deep dust and all the cows. I will be requesting a refund on my prepaid 5 day reservations. I will NEVER camp at Sage Hen again. The absolute worst experience I've ever had in 50 years of Idaho camping.

Leah H

Verified

August 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SAGE

4

This was a great site, except for the cows. We weren’t aware of them prior to booking, and they were constantly in our site.

Susan R

Verified

July 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SAGE

2

This campsite was advertised as "full shade" but every tree on the site had been logged. There was not an inch of shade; the entire site was completely naked of trees. It was such a disappointment, not to mention ugly with all the deadfall laying around.

Lynn G

Verified

July 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SAGE

3

The campground is in an open range area -- and plenty of cattle meandered through our campground, and site - Including a large bull , who was quite chill, though! The lake/reservoir had receded enough that the boat docks were unusable (which really did not affect us, though). The reservoir/lake was in a pretty area, but, lots of fire fuel (i.e. trash limbs, trees, etc) were all over the place, It appears that they are trying to clear out some of the dead trees - burning them in large piles.

Lendee W

Verified

July 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SAGE

1

This site is not a campable site. All of the trees have been cut down and are laying in the site. Luckily we were able to find a first come first serve because this spot is not usable.

Eric T

Verified

July 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SAGE

5

Stayed in site 9 and it is a great little waterfront site. Camp host was awesome and had the site marked with our name and was ready to go. He swung by and checked on us a couple times and suggested nice hiking trails. The whole campground was very clean and well managed. The trailer Parking space is big enough for 35’ trailer ( mine is 25’) but you will have to un-hitch regardless. Just not enough room for a truck and trailer on the pad. The view of the reservoir is beautiful and lots of shade at this site.

Steve T

Verified

July 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SAGE

4

Sagehen is a nice reservoir for swimming, or floating. Camp host is awesome! Only down side is a lot of trees have come down recently, so some spots are more open and sunny compared to previous years.

LeRoy J

Verified

June 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SAGE

5

Very good

Mitchell M

Verified

June 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SAGE

4

Sage Hen Reservoir and Sage Hen Creek Campground have always been one of our favorite camping sites. We enjoyed our stay but the logging operation has really destroyed much of the scenic areas of the campground. I realize the dead trees probably needed to be removed but now there are numerous bare spots in and around the campground. Close to the water is still nice but up the hill is not. Antelope Campground still has its trees but I am sure future logging activity will remove several trees in that location too.

Location & Directions for Sagehen Creek

Emmett Ranger District, Emmett, ID 83617 United States

Elevation: 1,508 ft

Getting There

From Horseshoe Bend, Idaho take Highway 52 for 9 mi west to the junction with the Sweet/Ola Highway. Turn north and travel 16 mi to Ola, Idaho. Travel north through Ola and follow FS Rd 618, 18 mi to Sagehen Reservoir (FS Road 626). Turn right an...

Nearest town

Emmett, ID - 51 mi

About over 1 hr (93 min) to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Idaho OHV Safety Message
  • Additional first come, first served sites are available
  • A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
  • Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest
  • Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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