Bad Bear Campground campground
Bad Bear Campground
Reservations are accepted at Bad Bear Campground, making it convenient for campers to secure their spot in advance. However, it is advisable to make reservations early, especially during the peak season, as the campground can get quite busy. The best time to visit Bad Bear Campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.
There are a few things to be cautious of while camping at Bad Bear Campground. Firstly, it is important to be bear-aware and take necessary precautions, such as properly storing food and disposing of waste. Additionally, campers should be prepared for potential wildlife encounters and follow all safety guidelines provided by the campground. Overall, Bad Bear Campground is a fantastic destination for nature lovers, offering a range of amenities and a beautiful natural setting for a memorable camping experience.
What's on-site at Bad Bear Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Bad Bear Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Bear Campground - Reserve | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Ten Mile Campground - Reserve | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hayfork Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hayfork Group Only Campground - Reserve | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Edna Creek Campground - Reserve | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bad Bear Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sf Payette River At Lowman Id | 2,500 cfs | → |
| Boise River Nr Twin Springs Id | 2,650 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Payette River Nr Crouch Id | 629 cfs | → |
| Mores Creek Ab Robie Creek Nr Arrowrock Dam Id | 193 cfs | → |
| Sf Boise River At Neal Bridge Nr Arrowrock Dam Id | 360 cfs | → |
| Payette River Nr Horseshoe Bend Id | 6,680 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bad Bear Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mores Creek Summit | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mores Creek Summit | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Jackson Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jackson Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bogus Basin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bogus Basin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
- Foothill East Park
- Camels Back Park
- Aldape Park
- Quarry View Park
- Gordon Bowen Park
Boat launches
- Deadwood River Access Site
- Confluence
- Deer Creek
- Robie Creek Road Boise County
- Banks River Access
- Parnell Recreation Site
Fishing spots
- Lowman Nature Ponds
- Stanley Lake
- Yellowbelly Lake
- Redfish Lake
- Alturas Lake And Pettit Lake Areas
- Perkins Lake
Paddle runs
- Confluence With Granite Creek To Confluence With Pine Creek
- Wolf Creek To Confluence With Pine Flats Creek
- Pine Flats Creek To Long Gulch
- Confluence With Rabbit Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Boise River
- Pine Creek To Confluence With South Fork Payette River
- Long Gulch To Boise Nf Boundary
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Bad Bear Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bad Bear Campground
Can I make reservations at Bad Bear Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Bad Bear Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Bad Bear Campground.