Silver City Campground

Star4.20
47 reviews
Owyhee Field Office

Quick Facts

6,558 ft

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

1 campsites

Season

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Cell

No Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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February 2026

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Silver City Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Camping in the Silver City Campground is free, as it operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations are allowed.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.20

Satisfactory

Based on 47 reviews

45 Google reviews

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"Reviews of Silver City Campground reflect a mix of positive experiences and practical concerns. The campground is appreciated for its historical setting, creekside location, and peaceful environment, but its remoteness and rough access roads are frequently highlighted as challenges."

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Campground Map

Owyhee Field Office

Silver City Campground

Owyhee Field Office

Driving directions70 miles southwest of Boise in the Owyhee Mountains; From Highway 78 near Murphy, turn south at the Silver City sign. From Jordan Valley on Highway 95 near Sheaville, turn off to Silver City.
The campground is accessible via narrow, winding dirt roads with many boulders and dips. User reviews suggest these roads are challenging, especially for low-clearance vehicles: 'I recommend only going up there if you have a high clearance vehicle.' There is minimal signage, no cell service, and free-range cattle in the area.
Nearby places
Murphy (approximately 20 miles south) and Jordan Valley (estimated 30 miles west) based on data provided.
Nearby supplies
User reviews indicate the Idaho Hotel offers food and a trinket shop during the holidays. Supplies for camping and fuel are not referenced, marking as null.

Best Time to Camp at Silver City Campground

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.5 / 5

Summer visits common; cooler than valley but holiday weekends can be noisy from OHVs.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

No specific fall notes; likely quieter and pleasant outside peak times.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

May visitors noted beautiful countryside but also unexpected rain/snow; variable spring weather.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Elevation brings occasional snow (even in May); primitive site not ideal for winter stays.

Planning Tips
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About Silver City Campground

Nestled alongside the weathered remnants of a frontier mining town, this intimate camping area offers a unique window into the Old West. Here, where prospectors once chased their fortunes through rugged canyons, modern adventurers can pitch their tents among the echoes of history, experiencing the raw beauty and solitude that drew miners to these remote mountains over a century ago.
Silver City Campground is a free, first-come, first-served facility suitable for tents. It caters to both individual campers and small groups interested in historical exploration and outdoor recreation.
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Stay Limit
14 Days

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Silver City Campground offers a variety of outdoor activities, including historical exploration, creekside relaxation, rock hounding, and off-road vehicle trails. Wildlife viewing opportunities may exist, given the free-ranging cattle in the area.
Wildlife viewingCampers may encounter free-ranging cows and other local wildlife. No specific wildlife viewing spots or species were mentioned.
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Policies & Safety

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No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Reviews

4.2
47 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Silver City Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews of Silver City Campground reflect a mix of positive experiences and practical concerns. The campground is appreciated for its historical setting, creekside location, and peaceful environment, but its remoteness and rough access roads are frequently highlighted as challenges.
Review Summaries
Based on 47 reviews

What Campers Love

Users praised the campground's proximity to a historic mining town, the peaceful ambiance, and the presence of fire rings and picnic tables. The creek offers a tranquil background and adds to the...
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Common Concerns

Common complaints include the poor condition of roads leading to the campground, lack of potable water, and limited shade and privacy at campsites. Holiday weekends can bring heavy off-road vehicle...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Visitors recommend bringing sufficient food and water, a high-clearance vehicle for navigating the rough roads, and being prepared for minimal signage and no cell service. It is also advised to avoid...
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Seasonal Insights

Summer visits are common, with reviewers mentioning cooler temperatures compared to the valley. Holiday weekends can be noisy due to off-road vehicle traffic, while weekdays and non-peak seasons are...
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Camper Quotes

1. 'The campground itself is very nice! It's free to camp there, so it's first come, first serve.' - Lindsay Battershell 2. 'What an amazing preserved historical town. The campground was peaceful and...
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Site-Specific Reviews

Specific campsites were not identified in reviews, but users noted the overall open layout and proximity to the creek.
Based on 47 reviews

Accessibility Features

No reviews explicitly addressed accessibility features.
Based on 47 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

Pets are permitted, and there are no specific pet-related complaints or highlights in the reviews.
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Last updated February 17, 2026
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