Last Chance sits among the stunning landscapes of Payette 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.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Jun-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
🌈 PurpleTents helps LGBTQ+ campers discover welcoming outdoor experiences here and across America.
🏕️ 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.
📸 Discover the Beauty of Payette National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Last Chance located in Idaho, offering 50 camping sites.
Last Chance
A Rural campground in Idaho
Overview
The Campground Is Situated Along Goose Creek, at Approximately 4,653 Feet.
at Last Chance Campground, There Are 20 Single and Three Double Sites Situated Along Goose Creek in a Mature Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir Forest.
This Location Is Available on a First-Come, First-Served Basis Only. Visitors Are Required to Physically Arrive at the Campground to Purchase and Claim a Site. Once on-Site, You May Be Able to Pay for Your Campsite(S) by Scanning a Qr Code Using the Recreation. Gov Mobile App, and the Scan and Pay Feature.
If This Option Is Available, You Will Need to First Download the Free Recreation. Gov Mobile App Https://Www. Recreation. Gov/Mobile-App Prior to Your Arrival As Some Remote Areas Have Limited or No Cellular Service.
This Campground Boasts Many Opportunities for Recreation. Goose Lake Is a Short Distance Away, Which Features a Picnic Area, Restrooms, and Fishing Piers. There Is Excellent Fishing in the Reservoir, or Try Your Luck in Goose Creek, Next to the Campground. Popular Goose Creek Trail #533 Begins at the Campground and Leads to Goose Creek Falls and Onto Brundage Reservoir. Hiking to Goose Creek Falls Is a Family-Friendly Hike That Everyone Is Sure to Enjoy. a Special Treat Is to Go Huckleberry Picking in Late Summer Along the Trail!
This Popular Campground Along Goose Creek Features Twenty Single Sites, Three Double Sites, and One Group Area. Each Site Has a Fire Ring and a Picnic Table. All Sites Are Available on a First Come, First Serve Basis. There Are Vault Toilets and Drinking Water Through a Hand Pump and an Artesian Well. There Are No Hookups and No Trash Receptacles; Please Pack Out Your Trash. a Day Use Area Has a Horseshoe Pit and Picnic Tables.
Last Chance Campground Is Situated Among Large Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir Trees, Which Offer a Charming Forested Setting.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Idaho
Coordinates: 44.988435, -116.190021
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|restroom|hookups|water|fire-ring|lake|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
Summer High
Winter Low
Annual Precip
Hottest Month
Coldest Month
Best Visit Time
📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 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
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Shore Lodge
Distance: 6.2 miles away
Address: 501 W Lake Street, McCall, ID
Network: blink-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10176178
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: http://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Payette National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/payette-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: payette-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Payette National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: payette-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 28.0
- States Covered: Idaho
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1025
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1025, 1025.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: idaho
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: payette-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
Explore More Camping Options
View all campgrounds in Idaho | Browse our Idaho camping guide
Other Campgrounds in This Park
Explore more camping options in the same park system: