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Reviews (90)
What Guests Are Saying
Grayback Campground offers a stunning location with beautiful views, clean facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for campers and hikers. Many visitors appreciate the spacious sites, proximity to Idaho City, and well-maintained restrooms. However, some concerns were raised about the water quality and the lack of camp hosts, and tent accommodations could be improved.
What Guests Are Saying
Grayback Campground offers a stunning location with beautiful views, clean facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for campers and hikers. Many visitors appreciate the spacious sites, proximity to Idaho City, and well-maintained restrooms. However, some concerns were raised about the water quality and the lack of camp hosts, and tent accommodations could be improved.
Review Summary
John B
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: GRAY
Very quiet and out-of-the-way – about a mile or so off the main road that goes up to Idaho city. Very well spaced campsites; above 75% shaded. Very clean facility
Booth P
VerifiedJuly 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: GRAY
Nice small campground up above the river. Not buggy during our visit. Host keeps the place nice and clean.
Pamela W
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MULT
This is close to Boise making it possible for me and the kids to come up and my husband meet us after work. We love the trails, fresh air, walk to the river and wade in cool water. We enjoy going to Idaho City to Sarsaparilla Ice Cream Parlor, then walk up and down the historic streets. I’m so glad the bridge was rebuilt and everything was even prettier after the 2 years of growth with nobody there to wear down all the bushes. I hope we all take better care of our forests.
tina g
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: GRAY
Close to Boise, very close to Idaho City in case we forgot any groceries, etc. Very convenient location! We couldn't find a spot large enough for our truck & trailer so rented two spots - one for the truck, one for the trailer. Nice, clean restrooms. Good T-Mobile coverage which I think was the only carrier with any service up there.
joe W
VerifiedJuly 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: GRAY
Very relaxing day and the wind was blowing just enough that you could hear it. The campground was almost full but no problems and a quiet night.
Elisa F
VerifiedJuly 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: GRAY
Had an amazing time! Wonderful clean campground
William B
VerifiedJuly 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: GRAY
Clean and quiet campground with lots of trees and hiking trails. Also short drive to historic Idaho City.
Kim W
VerifiedJuly 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: GRAY
We enjoyed Grayback campground. Like most national forest campgrounds it sits in the woods. Heard the traffic from the highway. We never saw the host which would have been nice. It is close to Idaho city which is a fun old Western town. We stopped by the visitors center (tapped into their wifi), did a self walking tour, went to shops and the museum. Cooled off in the creek. They make a great Bloody Mary at the Gold Mine Saloon.
Gregory D
VerifiedJune 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: GRAY
Always a good place to camp. We love it here.
cchershine@live.com P
VerifiedJune 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: GRAY
We so love this campsite so close to Moores creek & the walking trials are just perfect. We love seeing the young families enjoying this site biking in the evening and everyone walking the pups around the loop and friendly ;) We missed out doing the The Springs Hot Springs due to well you know - but we have two other trips booked for July & Labor Day so hopefully we'll be able to pop u the road a mile to enjoy the Hot Springs & Grayback's lovely peaceful campsite again!! Its so great to have such a beautiful campsite so close to Boise!!
Location Grayback
Address:
Po Box 129
Idaho City, ID, 83631
United States
From Boise, take State Highway 21 north for 36 miles. Campground access road is located on the east side of the road, between mileposts 36 and 37. Turn right and travel a quarter-mile to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.8072 / -115.865
Elevation: 1200 feet
Policies & Rules
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Water from hand pump is tested monthly for contaminants and will be abruptly shut off if not currently potable. Please plan accordingly with your own water supply in case of a shut off during your stay. |
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Use caution on the campground access road; while the road is paved, it is a steep, one-lane road, with sharp turns |
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Due to limited parking space at the group site, large groups of RVs or trailers cannot be accommodated; tent camping is encouraged |
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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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Pets must be on a leash at all times |
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Campfires are allowed in fire rings ONLY, unless fire restrictions are in place. Contact Idaho City Ranger District for updates regarding fire restrictions. |
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Quiet hours are from 10pm-6am, generators are only permitted from 6am-10pm |
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Reservations cancelled last minute due to weather or smoke conditions will not be refunded unless campground is closed to the public. |
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For questions regarding the campground, please contact the Idaho City Ranger District at (208) 392-6681 |
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For questions regarding reservations and refunds, please contact Recreation.gov customer service. |
