About Emigration Campground
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Reviews (136)
What Guests Are Saying
Emigration Campground is praised for its clean facilities, well-maintained bathrooms, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite for many returning campers. The beautiful and peaceful scenery provides a great escape, although some noted occasional noise from nearby ATV trails. While there are minor issues like flies and campsite cleanliness, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Emigration Campground is praised for its clean facilities, well-maintained bathrooms, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite for many returning campers. The beautiful and peaceful scenery provides a great escape, although some noted occasional noise from nearby ATV trails. While there are minor issues like flies and campsite cleanliness, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Robert P
VerifiedJuly 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Campground is good. The fire pit areas could use leveling. But it’s a good getaway
Robert P
VerifiedJuly 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Campground is good. The fire pit areas could use leveling. But it’s a good getaway
sharon w
VerifiedJune 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
The reservation tag was posted correctly on post, the campground host was amiable yet not too chatty/annoying, bathroom was kept cleaned and stocked.
only bad thing...too many generators!
sharon w
VerifiedJune 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
The reservation tag was posted correctly on post, the campground host was amiable yet not too chatty/annoying, bathroom was kept cleaned and stocked.
only bad thing...too many generators!
Lance W
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Excellent shade site, quiet, atv trails, flush toilets... excellent stay!
Lance W
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Excellent shade site, quiet, atv trails, flush toilets... excellent stay!
Chandee H
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Great camping spot! Perfect for families. Nice shaded spots and lots of trees for hanging hammocks.
Chandee H
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
Great camping spot! Perfect for families. Nice shaded spots and lots of trees for hanging hammocks.
Mindy W
VerifiedAugust 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
This campground is one of our favorites. We've never had any problems with the camp hosts even with our large group. We follow the rules, respect other campers and our stay is ALWAYS AMAZING!!!
Mindy W
VerifiedAugust 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EMIGRATION CAMPGROUND
This campground is one of our favorites. We've never had any problems with the camp hosts even with our large group. We follow the rules, respect other campers and our stay is ALWAYS AMAZING!!!
Location Emigration Campground
Address:
322 N 4 Th
Montpelier, ID, 83254
United States
From Montpelier, drive west on U.S. Highway 89 to Ovid, Idaho. At the junction of U.S. 89 and State Highway 36, take the right fork of the "Y" onto State Highway 36 and travel approximately 12 miles northwest to the campground. A left hand turn is required to enter the campground.
Emigration Campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 89 and State Highway 36. U.S. Highway 89 runs west from Montpelier and connects to State Highway 36, which leads directly to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 42.37 / -111.555
Elevation: 2192 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- Wildlife Caution
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- An additional $6 fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
- Click here for more information on the Caribou-Targhee 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: June 4, 2026
