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You want reservoir access for fishing and boating with wildlife viewing in a mid-elevation forest setting.
Price
$10 - $30/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Operates from June 1...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$10 - $30/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Operates from June 1...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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44.9489, -116.4400
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Learn more about alerts →You want reservoir access for fishing and boating with wildlife viewing in a mid-elevation forest setting.
You need well-maintained vault toilets or a quiet environment free from generator and ATV noise.
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Rated higher than 7% of graded campgrounds
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Reference information about Cold Springs Campground - Payette Nf (Id) sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>Two group campsites are available at the Cold Springs Campground. Group Site A accommodates up to 75 people. Group Site B accommodates up to 50 people. Both sites have on-site parking, fire rings, tables, benches, grills, and space for tent camping. The group sites are located within walking distance of Lost Valley Reservoir. There is typically a volunteer camp host and potable water available on site. </p><p>Both sites can be reserved up to six months in advance at: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/">recreation.gov</a>. The Interagency Pass and Golden Age Passport are accepted at this site.</p><p>The campground has no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash. </p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1024290.pdf">Cold Springs Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide PDF</a></p>
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Best season: summer. Summer offers the most reliable access and the best mix of warm days (around 75–82°F) and cool nights (low 50s°F), making it ideal for fishing, boating on Lost Valley Reservoir, mountain biking, and long wildflower-filled hikes. Wildflower displays and wildlife activity peak in July and August, and clear skies (excellent stargazing) make evening programs and campfire viewing memorable. Expect moderate crowds on holiday weekends and the busiest period in late July–early August; sites are open Jun Peak months: July, August, September, June Avoid: October, November, December, January
Best season: warm days, wildflowers, full access to reservoir activities; high review volume in summer.
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