Sunny Gulch Campground

Sawtooth National Recreation, Stanley, Idaho, United States
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SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

About Sunny Gulch Campground

Sunny Gulch Campground sits along the shores of Salmon River in the forests of central Idaho.

Available sites

10 total sites
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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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10 Sites Available

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🚐 002, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

94 reviews

Summary

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Sunny Gulch Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and excellent camp host who provides helpful information and a friendly atmosphere. The location is ideal, offering proximity to Redfish Lake while maintaining a peaceful environment. While there are occasional noises from nearby roads and the water may be slightly cloudy at first, overall experiences highlight the campground as a favorite for its beauty and amenities.

Based on guest feedback

4.8

Overall rating

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Denise C

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June 27, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND

Friendly camp host, clean bathrooms and campground. Nice trail along the river behind the campground.

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Dennis C

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND

We woke up early to the prettiest view of the sawtooth mountains. Restrooms were clean and location was great

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Dan C

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND

Campground host was rarely around, causing some confusion about which sites were reserved and which were not. Those were days he was officially on duty too.

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Location & Directions for Sunny Gulch Campground

Sawtooth National Recreation, Stanley, ID 83278 United States

Elevation: 1,964 ft

Getting There

From Stanley, Idaho, take Highway 75 south approximately 3 mi. Campground is on the north side of the road, between the highway and the Salmon River.

Nearest town

Stanley, ID - 4.6 mi

About 9 min to downtown

Highway access

Sunny Gulch Campground is accessible via Highway 75, located approximately 3 miles north of Stanley, Idaho.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY. Double & Group sites: refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.
  • Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
  • FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
  • Extra Vehicles: Your camp fee includes the first vehicle only in a single site and the first 2 vehicles in a double site. All other vehicles will be charged 50% of the posted camp fee at the time of check-in and cannot be paid for in advance. Coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
  • 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.
  • Idaho Off-road Vehicle Safety Message
  • Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

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Nearby destinations

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3 mi away

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Atlanta

28 mi away

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Lowman

36 mi away

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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