About Bad Bear Campground
Six sites include five single and one double; sites 4 and 5 are tent-only. All sites are nonelectric. Vault toilets, picnic tables and fire rings are provided; trash must be packed out.
Located near Idaho City, Idaho, Bad Bear Campground is a campground serving travelers and campers in the area. Idaho City is the closest town, making it the natural stop for groceries and propane before check-in. It is operated by United States Forest Service.
Reported amenities include restrooms, pets allowed, tents allowed, rvs allowed, campfires allowed, and picnic tables. The park lists 6 sites. For up-to-date pricing and reservations, visit www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233352.
Bad Bear Campground is part of the camping landscape of the West, a region where elevation, season, and road conditions matter as much as amenities when choosing a campground. Most RV parks welcome dogs, but the details matter: breed restrictions, leash rules, pet limits, and whether there is a fenced dog run. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your approach, and confirm site lengths if you are towing or driving a large rig.
Hookups & amenities
- Electric hookups
- Restrooms
- Pets allowed
- Tents allowed
- RVs allowed
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
Only amenities confirmed in our source data are listed. Missing items are unknown, not necessarily absent. Confirm with the park before booking.
Site details
- Sites
- 6
- Fee
- Paid
- Reservations
- yes
Location & directions
GPS: 43.90115, -115.70835
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bad Bear Campground located?⌄
Bad Bear Campground is in the Idaho City area of Idaho. Use the map on this page for the exact location.
Does Bad Bear Campground have hookups?⌄
No electric hookups are reported at Bad Bear Campground, so plan on dry camping with a generator or solar.
Are pets allowed at Bad Bear Campground?⌄
Yes, pets are allowed at Bad Bear Campground. Most parks require leashes and may limit the number or breed of dogs, so check the current pet policy.
Can I tent camp at Bad Bear Campground?⌄
Yes, Bad Bear Campground accepts tents as well as RVs.
How do I book a site at Bad Bear Campground?⌄
Reservations and current rates are available through the park's website, www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233352, or by phone at +1-208-392-3700.
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