Father And Sons Campground Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Father and Sons Campground in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho, offers a peaceful, developed camping experience with 9 first-come, first-served sites—no reservations or permits needed.


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Summary

Fees apply (approx. $10/night). Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water (in season), but no RV hookups. Tucked in a quiet, forested setting near a small creek, it’s ideal for tent campers seeking solitude. Nearby attractions include the Shotgun Valley OHV trails and fishing in nearby streams. The best time to visit is late spring through early fall, when the area is accessible and weather is mild. Dispersed camping is also available nearby.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Father and Sons CampgroundTRAPPER CREEK NR OAKLEY ID Preview Trapper Creek Nr Oakley Id
23.3cfs
23cfs
Father and Sons CampgroundGOOSE CREEK AB TRAPPER CREEK NR OAKLEY ID Preview Goose Creek Ab Trapper Creek Nr Oakley Id
23.6cfs
24cfs
Father and Sons CampgroundSNAKE RIVER GAGING STATION AT MILNER ID Preview Snake River Gaging Station At Milner Id
0.0cfs
0cfs
Father and Sons CampgroundSALMON RIVER CANAL CO CANAL NR ROGERSON ID Preview Salmon River Canal Co Canal Nr Rogerson Id
19.7cfs
20cfs
Father and Sons CampgroundSALMON FALLS CREEK NR SAN JACINTO NV Preview Salmon Falls Creek Nr San Jacinto Nv
57.9cfs
58cfs
Father and Sons CampgroundDEVILS WASHBOWL SPRING NR KIMBERLY 10S 18E 04AAD1S Preview Devils Washbowl Spring Nr Kimberly 10s 18e 04aad1s
10.1cfs
10cfs

Camping Essential Practices

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.

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