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Burgdorf

FSU.S. Forest Service — Idaho · Payette National Forest

AgencyFSU.S. Forest Service
AreaPayette National Forest
LocationIdaho · Payette National Forest · 45.26939, -115.91398 · Map
Sites3 public sites counted from the federal listing — 3 standard nonelectric
Getting a siteReservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below.
HookupsElectric at 0 of 3 sites
Water hookups at 0 of 3 sites
Sewer hookups at 0 of 3 sites
Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 3 sites
Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way.
Max RV lengthNot reported in the federal data
Months openNot in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov.
FeesNot reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground.
Check-in / outIn 2:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing)
PetsAllowed at 4 sites, as reported
PhoneN/A

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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.

From the official listing

Overview Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250'. Three sites are situated among the trees, each outfitted with a picnic table and fire ring. 

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.

Recreation This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1 Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally, this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest, including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic towns of Secesh and Warren. 

Facilities Three sites are spaced among the trees, with picnic tables and fire rings at each. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a vault toilet and potable water. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles; please pack out your trash. Volunteer Camp Hosts are present from June to September to assist visitors.

Natural Features Forested campground adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.

Nearby Attractions The nearby Burgdorf Hot Springs is privately owned, featuring three developed pools with sandy bottoms.

Directions, from the listing

Travel approximately 30 miles north of McCall on paved Warren Wagon Road. Turn left on Forest Road #246 and travel 2 miles on gravel road to campground.

Nearest federal campgrounds

FSU.S. Forest ServiceBurgdorf Guard Station
0 mi straight-line · Idaho
FSU.S. Forest ServiceJeanette
1 mi straight-line · Idaho
FSU.S. Forest ServiceChinook
6 mi straight-line · Idaho
FSU.S. Forest ServiceUpper Payette Lake Campground
12 mi straight-line · MCCALL Idaho
FSU.S. Forest ServiceHazard Lake
12 mi straight-line · Idaho

Trip Card — Burgdorf

Idaho · Payette National Forest

AgencyFS · U.S. Forest Service
LocationIdaho · Payette National Forest
FeesNot reported in the federal data
Getting a siteReservable
HookupsNone reported
Max RVNot reported
Months openNot in federal data
Sites3 sites

Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10176123 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.