Herd Lake Campground

Herd Lake Campground is a public campground in the mountain lakes and rivers of Idaho, managed by Bureau of Land Management.

It sits on wide-open BLM public land with dispersed-feeling country.

Sites here are first-come, first-served — arrive early on summer weekends to claim a spot.

This is a Public campground for tents and RVs.

Camping is first-come, first-served — no reservations.

Fees: Campsites are first come, first served. Camping Fee: Free, Stay limit: 14 days..

Maximum stay: 14 Days.

Summer is the heart of the season here — warm days, long evenings and the fullest amenities, but also the biggest crowds. Late spring and early fall are quieter and often more comfortable; many sites close for winter once the cold sets in.

Herd Lake Campground is reached by public road; see the campground's posted directions for the final approach.

Some accessible facilities are available.

On-site and nearby you'll find Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Picnicking.

The surrounding country supports the classic the mountain lakes and rivers of Idaho mix of outdoor recreation, and anglers will find rainbow, cutthroat, brown and bull trout, kokanee, smallmouth and largemouth bass, and sturgeon in nearby waters.

Check the weather and any fire restrictions before you go, carry plenty of water, and be bear- and wildlife-aware where applicable. Cell service is often limited at campgrounds — download maps and tell someone your plans.

Practice Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, keep a clean site, and store food securely where wildlife is present. Observe posted quiet hours, fire restrictions and pet rules — campfire bans are common in dry summer months.

Length-of-stay limits apply (max 14 Days); check current rules before a long trip.

Reserve early for summer weekends and holidays, or arrive midday on a weekday for first-come sites. Bring layers, a headlamp, and your own water if potability isn't confirmed, and double-check the rig-length and hookup situation before towing in.