57
Total Campsites
Campground
50
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
57
Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND
Overview Silver Creek Campground is located 25 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, in beautiful Peace Valley at an elevation of 4,490 feet. Peace Valley offers a variety of great trails. Fishing and hunting are popular activities as well. Recreation Peace Valley contains many trails for hiking, mountain biking, as well as horseback and OHV riding. Peace Creek Trail, Silver Creek Summit Trail, and Bull Creek Trail all begin nearby. Silver Creek, Peace Creek, and the nearby Middle Fork Payette River offer good-to-excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers in the area cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains. Facilities Peace Valley contains many trails for hiking, mountain biking, as well as horseback and OHV riding. Peace Creek Trail, Silver Creek Summit Trail, and Bull Creek Trail all begin nearby. Silver Creek, Peace Creek, and the nearby Middle Fork Payette River offer good-to-excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers in the area cast for whitefish and rainbow trout. In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains. Natural Features The campground is situated among a mixed-growth lodgepole pine forest, which provides partial shade. Silver Creek runs alongside the campground. A variety of wildlife makes its home in and around Peace Valley, including deer, elk, bald eagles, and red-tailed hawks. Nearby Attractions Silver Creek Plunge, a privately developed hot springs campground, is within a quarter-mile from the campground. It offers a hot springs pool, general store, a playground, horseshoe pits, as well as sand volleyball court and basketball hoop.
- 57 total campsites listed.
- 50 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- 57 accessible campsites listed.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (51).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND special
Silver Creek Campground sits in Peace Valley, 25 miles north of Garden Valley, Idaho, at an elevation of 4,490 feet. The 57-site campground includes standard, tent-only, and group sites spread through a forest of pine and willow along Silver Creek. This is trail country: Peace Creek Trail, Silver Creek Summit Trail, and Bull Creek Trail all begin nearby, drawing hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and OHV enthusiasts. The Middle Fork Payette River is a short drive away and offers some of the best whitewater in Idaho, while Silver Creek and Peace Creek provide solid fishing for rainbow and bull trout most of the year. The campground feels genuinely remote despite reasonable road access from Boise, about two hours south. Wildlife including black bear, elk, deer, and various raptors are common throughout the valley. Summer days are warm but nights cool down quickly at elevation, making for comfortable sleeping. The campground season runs roughly June through September, with July and August being the busiest months. For those seeking a multi-activity backcountry base that does not require a long dirt-road slog, Silver Creek delivers.
Campsite Inventory
57 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
45
Reservable
51
Accessible
TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC
3
Reservable
4
Accessible
GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC
2
Reservable
2
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Accessibility
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Double, Single
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Condition Rating
Prime
Double Driveway
Yes
Driveway entry
Back-In, Parallel, Pull-Through
Driveway length (ft)
20, 45, 60
Driveway surface
Gravel, Paved
Fire Pit
Yes
GRILLS
Yes
Lean To/Shelter
Yes
Location Rating
Good, Prime
Max guests
100, 16, 5, 8
Max vehicle length (ft)
20, 35, 50
Minimum guests
Yes, 5
Pets allowed
Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
208-739-3400
silvercreekplunge@icloud.com
Getting There
From Boise, travel north on Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east on the Banks-Lowman Highway and continue east for 8 miles toward Garden Valley. Turn north on Middle Fork Road (Forest Road 698) and pass through Crouch, continuing north on the Middle Fork Road approximately 16 miles to the "Y" (698 to Boiling Springs and 671 Silver Creek Road). Turn northeast (a right turn) on Silver Creek Road and continue 8 miles to the campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND?
SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (51), TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC (4), GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC (2).
Where is SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND located?
SILVER CREEK CAMPGROUND is in Idaho near Garden Valley. Coordinates: 44.3308, -115.8042.
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