Glacier View Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Sawtooth National Forest in Idaho . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Sawtooth National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Glacier View Campground located in Idaho, offering 50 camping sites.
Glacier View Campground
A Rural campground in Idaho
Overview
Glacier View Campground Is Located Next to Beautiful Redfish Lake, Beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range, at an Elevation of 6,500 Feet. Glacier View Campground Is Located Next to Beautiful Redfish Lake, Beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range, at an Elevation of 6,500 Feet.
the Redfish Lake Visitor Center Is Within 1/4-Mile, Offering Interpretive Activities, Evening Programs and Wildlife, Geology and Historical Exhibits.
the Redfish Lake Visitor Center Is Within 1/4-Mile, Offering Interpretive Activities, Evening Programs and Wildlife, Geology and Historical Exhibits. Glacier View Is in the Heart of the Beautiful Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Where Outdoor Activities Abound.
Redfish Lake Offers Excellent Boating, Water Skiing, Canoeing, Kayaking and Fishing for Rainbow Trout and Kokanee Salmon. Little Redfish Lake Is Just Down the Road, Offering Additional Fishing and Canoeing. the Campground Offers Several Family Sites, Many with Views of the Lake and Rugged Mount Heyburn. Flush Toilets and Drinking Water Are Provided. Roads and Parking Spurs Throughout the Site Are Paved.
Younger Visitors Love the Campground’S Two Playgrounds. Sandy Beach Boat Ramp Is Less Than a Mile Away and an RV Dump Station Is Just Over a Mile Away. Summer Wildflowers Are Plentiful, Lodgepole Pines Provide Partial Shade and Fishhook Creek Is Nearby. Temperatures Are Cool, with an Average Summer High of 78 Degrees and a Low of 40 Degrees.
Nearby Attractions
the Sawtooth National Recreation Area Offers a Myriad of Excellent Hiking and Biking Opportunities; an Estimated 750 Miles of Trails Crisscross the Valley and Surrounding Mountains.Alpine Way, Fishhook Creek, Redfish Lake Creek and Bench Lakes Trails All Offer Trailheads in the Immediate Area. the Idaho Centennial Trail Passes Nearby.
the Salmon River Offers Excellent Fishing for Rainbow Trout, Westslope Cutthroat Trout and Occasional Hybrid Cutbows and Bull Trout.
Popular Area Events Include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair, and Fireman’S Ball in September.Managed by: Usda Forest Service
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Idaho
Coordinates: 44.1475, -114.9119444
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|biking|playground|dump-station|water|beach|lake|river|trail|rv|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: BOISE/TWIN FALLS
Notes: Signals FROM BOISE/TWIN FALLS MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 15 stations (5 AM, 10 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KIDO 580 Am
Market: BOISE
Notes: 5 AM, 10 FM Stations from Boise
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232050
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Sawtooth National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/sawtooth-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: sawtooth-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Sawtooth National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: sawtooth-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 56.0
- States Covered: Idaho, Utah
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1027
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1027, 1027.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: idaho
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: sawtooth-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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