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Cold Springs Campground (Group ONLY )

in Boise National Forest

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Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.

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Checked 2026-08-05

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Official Forest Service page

Cold Springs Campground (Group ONLY )

Cold Springs Campground is a group campground located 12.5 miles north of Banks, Idaho just off State Highway 55 at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The campground is one of 4 campgrounds that lie along State Highway 55, on the North Fork of the Payette River between Banks and Smiths Ferry. The North Fork Payette River flows next to the highway, where whitewater rafting and kayaking are popular activities. Natural Features: The campground is situated is a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of Ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching 80-90 degrees; nights are cooler. Recreation: The North Fork Payette River is a very popular location for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The Payette Whitewater Roundup is held annually in July along different sections of the river.

Before you go

Season

Mid-May – End of September

Reservations

Reservations accepted

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