Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

Site sign
Barney's campground sign partially shaded
Site with view of Deadwood Reservoir
Campsite at Barneys, picnic table partially shaded
Site pit toilet

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

4 total sites

RV Sites

4 sites

About Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

Barneys Campground is located on the northeast shore of scenic Deadwood Reservoir at an elevation of 5,300 feet. 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.

Number of accommodations: 4

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 8 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

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

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4 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 005, Loop: BARNEYS RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: BARNEYS RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: BARNEYS RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: BARNEYS RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (17)

What Guests Are Saying

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.

Review Summary

3.4
17 reviews
5
29.4%
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11.8%
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23.5%
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11.8%
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Angela B

Verified

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

2

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).

Bill L

Verified

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

5

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.

Bill L

Verified

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

5

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.

KEVIN H

Verified

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

1

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.

KEVIN H

Verified

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

1

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.

Kevin M

Verified

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

3

A very nice site.

Kevin M

Verified

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

3

A very nice site.

Location Barneys Campground (Boise National Forest, ID)

Address:
7359 Highway 21
Lowman, ID, 83637
United States

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.

Elevation: 1642 feet

Distance to downtown

40 mi drive to downtown Lowman (about 2 hr 15 min)

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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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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