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Scout Mountain Campground

The entrance to Scout Mountain Campground Loop D
Scout Mountain Campground site 2
Scout Mountain site with trees
Scout Mountain Campground site
A picnic area at Scout Mountain Campground

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About Scout Mountain Campground

Scout Mountain Campground is located on beautiful Scout Mountain at an elevation of 6,900 feet, just 13 miles south of Pocatello, Idaho. Scout Mountain is part of the Mink Creek area, a popular place for birding and wildlife viewing. Visitors enjoy exploring a variety of local multi-use trails.

Number of accommodations: 14

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 23 to Sep 20

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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14 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 003, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 006, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 013, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 014, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 015, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 016, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 017, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 018, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 019, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 024, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 025, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 028, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (148)

What Guests Are Saying

Scout Mountain Campground is a beautiful, well-maintained site with spacious, private campsites and immediate access to numerous trails. Camp hosts are consistently praised for their kindness and helpfulness, enhancing the overall experience. While there were some issues with noise from generators and occasional inconveniences with reservations, most visitors enjoyed the tranquil environment and plan to return.

Review Summary

4.2
148 reviews
5
56.8%
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4
21.6%
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3
12.2%
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Susan H

Verified

September 1, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

What a beautiful campground! The sites have trees/brush between so that each site feels private. And it's so close to Pocatello! We had a large family gathering and the triple site provided enough space for everyone to visit. We are planning to return next year!

Susan H

Verified

September 1, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

What a beautiful campground! The sites have trees/brush between so that each site feels private. And it's so close to Pocatello! We had a large family gathering and the triple site provided enough space for everyone to visit. We are planning to return next year!

Trent S

Verified

August 16, 2024 Stayed at: 028, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

Camp hosts were amazing! Campground is well maintained and clean. Love that this little gem is only 30 minutes from Pocatello.

Trent S

Verified

August 16, 2024 Stayed at: 028, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

Camp hosts were amazing! Campground is well maintained and clean. Love that this little gem is only 30 minutes from Pocatello.

Kandi R

Verified

August 6, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

The campground was a triple site #19. We all loved it. We had a moose pass through just outside the campsite. There was plenty of room for everyone to park and we had three large picnic tables and lots of shade. The bathrooms were close are very well kept. In fact, I'd say they were the cleanest of any campground I have visited in several years. The campground hosts were kind and helpful. The only issue I had was the reservation did not say what loop the campsite was in. I found it easy enough, but it would have been more helpful to state the loop in the confirmation email.

Kandi R

Verified

August 6, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

The campground was a triple site #19. We all loved it. We had a moose pass through just outside the campsite. There was plenty of room for everyone to park and we had three large picnic tables and lots of shade. The bathrooms were close are very well kept. In fact, I'd say they were the cleanest of any campground I have visited in several years. The campground hosts were kind and helpful. The only issue I had was the reservation did not say what loop the campsite was in. I found it easy enough, but it would have been more helpful to state the loop in the confirmation email.

Anne S

Verified

July 30, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

4

I was unclear on the reservation. I thought I had reserved for two nights so we didn't have to rush to pack up and leave. I was mistaken. So check carefully do make sure you are clear on your reservation. Other than that we had a lot of fun and it was beautiful there.

Anne S

Verified

July 30, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

4

I was unclear on the reservation. I thought I had reserved for two nights so we didn't have to rush to pack up and leave. I was mistaken. So check carefully do make sure you are clear on your reservation. Other than that we had a lot of fun and it was beautiful there.

Frank K

Verified

July 18, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

Camp Hosts CheriRae and Jonathan were extremely welcoming, helpful, and accommodating. Our only issues were the relentless biting horseflies (just part of camping) and a generator that ran constantly during two days of our stay (an unfortunate disruption of the camping experience). Otherwise, this is a beautiful location with generous campsites, clean and well-maintained outhouses, and many trails to explore.

Frank K

Verified

July 18, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SCOUT MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

5

Camp Hosts CheriRae and Jonathan were extremely welcoming, helpful, and accommodating. Our only issues were the relentless biting horseflies (just part of camping) and a generator that ran constantly during two days of our stay (an unfortunate disruption of the camping experience). Otherwise, this is a beautiful location with generous campsites, clean and well-maintained outhouses, and many trails to explore.

Location Scout Mountain Campground

Address:
4350 Cliffs Drive
Pocatello, ID, 83204
United States

Highway access

Scout Mountain Campground is accessible via I-15, with exit 63 located south of Pocatello. From there, travel along Bannock Highway and follow the signs to Mink Creek Recreation Area.

Latitude & Longitude: 42.6917 / -112.359

Elevation: 1990 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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