Black Rock
Black Rock Campground is located approximately 20 miles from Idaho City, on the North Fork Boise River, at an elevation of 4,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails.
The campground contains 11 single campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern hook. Vault toilets, and drinking water are provided within the campground. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Garbage Collection is not provided.
Need to Know
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Water from hand pump is tested monthly for contaminants and will be abruptly shut off if not currently potable. Please plan accordingly with your own water supply in case of a shut off during your stay.
Pets must be on a leash at all times
Campfires are allowed in fire rings ONLY, unless fire restrictions are in place. Contact Idaho City Ranger District for updates regarding fire restrictions.
No trash service: Pack-in-Pack-out
Reservations cancelled last minute due to weather or smoke conditions will not be refunded unless campground is closed to the public.
Sites 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, and 11 have direct access to creek.
Closest cell service is in Idaho City.
For questions regarding the campground, please contact the Idaho City Ranger District at 208-392-3700.
For questions regarding reservations and refunds, please contact Recreation.gov customer service
Natural Features
The campground sits on the banks of the North Fork Boise River, where Ponderosa Pines tower over the area. Most campsites have partial shade, but little privacy from other campers. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the campground.
Recreation
The North Fork Boise River offers rainbow trout fishing in a beautiful natural setting. Many swimming holes can be found within a short distance of the campground.
Numerous trail opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking can be found in the vicinity.
Contact Information
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P.O. BOX 129 IDAHO CITY ID 83631
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-392-6681
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Idaho City, travel north on State Highway 21 for about two miles, to the Granite Creek/Rabbit Creek Road No. 327. Turn right and travel east for 18 miles on Road No. 327, to the campground. Be advised- FS road 327 is a dirt road that is only graded a couple of times a year. It can get very rough with washboarding and potholes.
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop BLACK ROCK , Type Standard Nonelectric
