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Troutdale Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Troutdale Campground is a National Forest campground near Boise, Idaho.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Boise, Idaho

National Forest
Managed by

Troutdale Campground sits inside Boise National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.

Access and cell service

Elevation
3,528 ft

43.7162, -115.6252 in Elmore. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Troutdale Campground?

No. Troutdale Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Troutdale Campground?

Camping at Troutdale Campground is free.

Is there drinking water at Troutdale Campground?

No. Troutdale Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.

Who manages Troutdale Campground?

Troutdale Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Troutdale Campground

reservoirfinder.com · 25 miles

Lucky Peak Lake's mapped center point is 25 miles from Troutdale Campground in a straight line. Current water level: Lucky Peak Lake water level on reservoirfinder.com.

Hot springs nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

The nearest hot spring to Troutdale Campground, in a straight line: Kirkham Hot Springs (hot spring, 25 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.

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More campgrounds: camping near Boise and campgrounds in Elmore.

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