3.6015 reviews
Price
$5/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
19 campsites
Season
May - November, as w...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$5/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
19 campsites
Season
May - November, as w...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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41.7226, -115.9001
Anglers and off-road riders who can self-supply water will get the most out of this place. The Owyhee River and Wildhorse Reservoir both hold trout, OHV roads branch out in every direction, and summer nights in the canyon stay cool enough to actually sleep.
Overgrown sites are a real possibility, reviewers reported weeds four to five feet tall making campsites hard to locate. If a cleared, maintained site matters to you, the lack of regular upkeep here is a genuine gamble, not a minor quibble.
Reference information about Wildhorse Crossing Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>Generally open May to November as weather and conditions allow.</p><p>Adjacent to the Owyhee (Oh-WHY-HEE) River, a trout stream lined with willows and native brushes. Fishing for trout in river is available.</p><p>Wildhorse Crossing is located in the Owyhee Canyon on the Mountain City Highway north of Wildhorse Reservoir (fishing!) and is right along the Owyhee River (fishing!) and lots of good opportunities for OHV recreation and many two track and dirt roads for mountain biking, hiking; has two double restrooms, 19 sites, no water, and is $5 per night.</p>
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Summer brings the most reliable access and weather. Daytime highs run from the low 70s to mid-80s°F, occasionally into the 90s during heat waves, with cool nights in the 40s–50s°F. This is when waterfalls flow, creek fishing peaks, and long canyon hikes are most accessible. The canyon's depth and elevation keep it cooler than surrounding lowlands. Spring and fall offer moderate temperatures but check road conditions, as this area is fairly remote.
Summer offers best access, reliable weather and busiest recreation (fishing, boating, camping).
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Wildhorse Crossing Campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables. However, potable water is not available, which means visitors need to bring their own water supply. The campground allows horse/pack animals and is suited for those seeking a more primitive camping experience. User reviews highlight the cleanliness of the vault toilets, though some mention overgrown campsites.
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