Shafer Butte

3080 Industrial Way, Mountain Home, Idaho, United States
Shafer Butte campground has amazing mountain top views overlooking the valley below with single-family tent campsites, two day-use, group picnic areas, and all sites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings, and a few have tent pads.
Partly shaded areas provide camping with picnic table, fire pit and tent pads for your stay.
The views are amazing from your site that have picnic tables, campfire rings, and many of the overnight campsites have tent pads.
While relaxing at the group campfire area you can take in the beautiful views, trees, and wildlife in the area.
Partial shade in this group campfire area is surrounded by green vegetation with paved walkways to the sites.

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Shafer Butte

Shafer Butte is located atop the scenic Boise Ridge Mountains, near Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, at an elevation of 7 ft. Visitors enjoy hiking and biking on various trails in the surrounding area, and simply relaxing and taking in the area's beautiful views.

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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  • Picnic Table
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Reviews

281 reviews

Summary

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Shafer Butte is praised for its excellent location and stunning views, making it a highly regarded destination. The overall atmosphere is positive, with visitors appreciating the scenic beauty. It's a recommended spot for those seeking a great experience.

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3.5

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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brianna c

July 7, 2021

The only reason I am leaving a low review it because we were unable to even find the campsite. There was zero signage. The road that GPS lead us to was an 4x4 trail that was one lane and we had to turn around because our 4 runner could not make it any further. We really wish we could have found the campground. We also tried to use the directions given by the website.

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Location & Directions for Shafer Butte

3080 Industrial Way, Mountain Home, ID 83647 United States

Elevation: 2,031 ft

Getting There

From Boise, Idaho, travel along Bogus Basin Road for approximately 20 mi. The last three miles are on a gravel road. Turn right (east) on the signed gravel road and travel just over a mile to the campground and picnic area.

Nearest town

Mountain Home, ID - 67 mi

About over 1 hr (104 min) to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Visit the website for information on Boise National Forest.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • Follow safety guidelines for Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) in Idaho.

Site capacity

  • Day-use picnic sites and campsites are first-come, first-served.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood to prevent pests; use firewood from the area only.

Utilities

  • The water system is down; no potable water is available at the campground.

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