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Trap Creek Campground

Campground · National forest in Custer County, Idaho. Run by United States Forest Service.

1Campsites
5.2 miTo Stanley Lake
30 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUnited States Forest Service
Campsites1
Site types1 group standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site30 ft
Electric hookupsNo
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Drinking waterYes
Dogs allowedYes
FeeYes
Phone(208) 774-3000
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/r04/sawtooth/recreation/trap-creek-campgroun
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Trap Creek Campground

Trap Creek Campground is located in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho. Recreation Trap Creek is situated in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. A myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities are available, with an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the Idaho Centennial Trail, which passes through the site. Expansive and scenic Elk Meadow is near the campground, providing a great location for bird and wildlife watching. Facilities This small campground offers one group site that consists of three smaller sites.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Trap Creek Campground is in Custer County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.