Mt. Borah Camping Area

Salmon-Challis National Forest

Birch Springs Rd. Mackay, ID 208-756-5100 Official Website

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Overview of Mt. Borah Camping Area

This area serves as a basecamp for those who plan to hike Mt. Borah. This is a first come, first served campground. Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance. Please bring cash.

Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.

Last Price Paid: $5

Reported by west trek on 5/14/2024

Number of Sites 5

Open Seasonally Yes

Elevation 7,349 ft / 2,239 m

Max Stay 14

Tent Camping Yes

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west trek

13 reviews

“Nice 5 Site Camp At 7200 Ft.”

Reviewed 5/14/2024

Nightly rate:	$5
Days stayed:	5

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4 mile drive in off the 93 highway on decent gravel with some washboard but not bad.5 sites first come no reservations.This site is at the start of the climb to the summit of Mt.Borah the highest peak in Idaho at 12660.No water or trash pack it in pack it out.There is a clean forest service issue vault toilet.

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west trek would stay here again

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Mt. Borah Camping Area

Salmon-Challis National Forest

Overview of Mt. Borah Camping Area

Last Price Paid: $5

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Ratings Summary

west trek

“Nice 5 Site Camp At 7200 Ft.”

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Ratings Summary

“Nice 5 Site Camp At 7200 Ft.”

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