Warm River
FSU.S. Forest Service — ASHTON · Idaho · Caribou-Targhee National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Location | ASHTON · Idaho · Caribou-Targhee National Forest · 44.12000, -111.31361 · Map |
| Sites | 24 public sites counted from the federal listing — 12 standard nonelectric; 10 tent only nonelectric; 1 standard electric; 1 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — 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. |
| Hookups | Electric at 2 of 24 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 2 of 24 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 24 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 24 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 26 sites · 30 ft: 25 sites · 35 ft: 17 sites · 40 ft: 16 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 9 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 208-558-7658 |
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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 Warm River Campground is located on its namesake in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southwestern Idaho. Visitors love the campground for its river tubing opportunities. Fishing and hiking are popular as well. Recreation Warm River is a popular location for tubing and fishing. Anglers cast for whitefish, brook, rainbow and cutthroat trout.
Numerous hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are in the immediate area, leading to natural springs, waterfalls and old railroad lines and tunnels. Facilities The campground offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 guests. Several single sites are also available, 11 of which are for tent camping only.
Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Natural Features The campground is situated along the slow-moving Warm River at an elevation of 5,200 feet. Thickets of willow line the riverbanks and pine trees offer partial shade. Nearby Attractions Ashton, Idaho, about 9 miles away, offers gas and grocery services.
Island Park is nearby, with numerous lakes, rivers, streams and trails, offering plentiful outdoor activities for visitors of all ages.
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are within a couple hour's drive as well, with outstanding scenery and wildlife.
Directions, from the listing
From Ashton, Idaho, travel northeast on Highway 47 to Warm River. Turn right onto Fish Creek Road and continue 1/4-mile to the campground entrance.
Nearest federal campgrounds
4 mi straight-line · Ashton IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceWarm River Cabin
7 mi straight-line · ASHTON IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceRiverside (Id - Targhee)
12 mi straight-line · IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceSquirrel Meadows Cabin
15 mi straight-line · ASHTON IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceBishop Mountain Cabin
19 mi straight-line · ASHTON Idaho
Trip Card — Warm River
ASHTON · Idaho · Caribou-Targhee National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | ASHTON · Idaho · Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 2 |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 24 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232223 · 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.