Swinging Bridge

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Boise National Forest Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Season: Mid-May to End of September Status: none Reservations: This is a fee campground with 11 sites. Make a reservation at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Some sites at this campground is on a first come, first served basis that may be… Overview Swinging Bridge Campground is located 10 miles north of Banks, Idaho just off Highway 55 at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The North Fork Payette River flows next to the highway, where extreme kayaking is a popular activity. Recreation The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of the Payette River. Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout. Facilities The campground contains single-family sites, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected. Natural Features The campground is situated is a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of Ponderosa and… Getting there: From Horseshoe Bend, ID, take State Rt. 55 north for 21.5 miles to the campground sign. Turn left after the sign into the campground(on west side of highway). Phone: 541-351-1182 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232344 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov

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