Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

7359 Highway 21, Lowman, Idaho, United States
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Barney's campground sign partially shaded
Site with view of Deadwood Reservoir
Campsite at Barneys, picnic table partially shaded
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About Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

Barneys Campground is located on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5.3 ft. Boating, fishing and hiking are popular activities at this site. Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.

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4 total sites
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Fishing

Fishing

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Hiking

Hiking

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2026 (Current year)

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🚐 005, Loop: BARNEYS RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: BARNEYS RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: BARNEYS RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: BARNEYS RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

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Barney's Campground offers clean, spacious sites with ample shade and easy access to a quiet reservoir, perfect for kayaking and swimming. The well-maintained outhouses enhance the camping experience. However, note that the access road can be challenging, especially for larger vehicles.

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3.4

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Angela B

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July 20, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: BARNEYS

NOT good for a trailer/RV; should be advertised as a tent only site. The site is simply a wide spot in the road and it's got a significant slant to it. Morning and evening has shade, but none mid-day. The map is completely wrong in where it shows sites 6 and 7. You turn off the main road down a small road that is between Sites 5 & 8 on the map. Site 6 is along that small road. Site 7 is at the end of that road closer to the water. It's not oriented like the map shows at all. Be prepared for horseflies and mosquitoes. The scenery is beautiful and the lake is the perfect temperature for swimming, but there's not much beach there until the water recedes later in the summer (we went early July).

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Bill L

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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BARNEYS

When we were camped there during the big fire about 3 years ago we had just paid $24 for more nights camping and then were told we had to leave. We were told we would be reimbursed...but after several tries I gave up on that. Very nice "we will look into it for you". But nothing. We believe the forest service up at the Loman Ranger District just stole our money and had a few drinks on us.

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Bill L

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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BARNEYS

When we were camped there during the big fire about 3 years ago we had just paid $24 for more nights camping and then were told we had to leave. We were told we would be reimbursed...but after several tries I gave up on that. Very nice "we will look into it for you". But nothing. We believe the forest service up at the Loman Ranger District just stole our money and had a few drinks on us.

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KEVIN H

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: BARNEYS

Someone took out reserved spot. And there isn't anyone around of authority to help resolve the issue. Ruined the weekend that you plan weeks in advance, get there and someone is already in the spot. Unfortunately probably won't go back to Deadwood again. Really bums me out as I spent many summers there as a child and love the place.

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KEVIN H

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: BARNEYS

Someone took out reserved spot. And there isn't anyone around of authority to help resolve the issue. Ruined the weekend that you plan weeks in advance, get there and someone is already in the spot. Unfortunately probably won't go back to Deadwood again. Really bums me out as I spent many summers there as a child and love the place.

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Kevin M

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BARNEYS

A very nice site.

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Kevin M

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 007, Loop: BARNEYS

A very nice site.

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Location & Directions for Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

7359 Highway 21, Lowman, ID 83637 United States

Elevation: 1,642 ft

Getting There

From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 55 north. At Banks, take Highway 17 east (Banks-Lowman Highway) to Lowman. Turn left on Highway 21. Continue along Highway 17 over Banner Summit. Turn west on Forest Road 579. Continue on FR 579 to Deadwood Re...

Nearest town

Lowman, ID - 40 mi

About over 2 hr (135 min) to downtown

Highway access

Barneys Campground is accessible via State Highway 55, which connects to Highway 17 (Banks-Lowman Highway) and Highway 21. These highways provide access to the area from Boise and nearby localities.

Policies & Rules

General

  • No drinking water provided in campsite. Drinking water is located in the nearby Hower's campground
  • Idaho OHV Safety Message
  • Additional vehicles may be subject to parking fees
  • Some first come, first served sites may be available
  • Please contact the Lowman Ranger District at 208- 259-3361 for off-season camping information
  • Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest
  • 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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