State: Idaho
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 20
Elevation: 6552
County: Custer
About: Mt. Heyburn Campground is composed of 20 campsites near Redfish Lake. At least 8 sites can accomodate up to 16 campers. The campground is situated in a lodgepole pine forest. The Visitor Center offers area information and interpretive programs. There is a boat ramp at Sandy Beach Boat Launch, on the east shore of the lake.
Take a short tour on the interpretive Fishhook Nature Trail or a longer walk west into the Sawtooth Wilderness to battle wild cutthroat in the alpine lakes. A section of the Idaho Centennial Trail passes near the area. Equestrian stables, dump station, and boat rentals can be found at Redfish Lake Lodge. Three small playgrounds are provided for children in the campground. Swimming, sailing, waterskiing, wading, canoeing, motorboating and of course fishing are great ways to enjoy the waters.
Fees: See Forest Service website
Usage: Heavy
Water: Drinking Water
Restrooms: Vault Toilet
Directions: From Stanley, go 4.5 mles south on ID 75 and 3 miles south on Forest Road #214