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TEN MILE CAMPGROUND

federal · Idaho City, ID

DirectionsCall
  • fuel station7.9 mi

USFS · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Ten Mile is small campground, a quick 48 mile drive from Boise, Idaho, along State Highway 21 on the Idaho City Ranger District of the Boise National Forest. The campground is about 10 miles past the Historic Idaho City and is split into two sections (Upper and Lower) by the highway. This area is known for its beautiful old forest of Ponderosa Pine. Wildflowers abound in the summer months. Fishing opportunities in Mores Creek and some campsites have creek access. Recreation There are numerous opportunities to go hiking, biking, horseback rising and ride off-road vehicles within a short car ride away. In the winter the area is a playgound for winter sports including cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Facilities The campground sites have campfire rings, picnic tables and a vault toilet, and a hand pump for potable water. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (208) 392-6681.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Sinclair

    7.9 mi
  • grocery

    Garden Valley Market

    20 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    7.8 mi
  • trailhead

    Moores Creek Summit Trailhead

    3.1 mi
  • attraction

    Boise Basin Museum

    7.7 mi
  • recreation site

    Bad Bear Picnic Area

    0.3 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

Reservations & demand

August weekends are typically reserved about 46 days ahead.

Based on 63 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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