Upper Camp Ground campground
Upper Camp Ground
There are several nearby points of interest in the area, including the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, which offers hiking, fishing, and swimming opportunities. There are also several hot springs in the area that are popular with visitors.
The Upper Camp Ground camping area offers several amenities for campers, including picnic tables, fire pits, and access to potable water. The campground is first-come-first-serve, which means that visitors should plan to arrive early in the day to secure a spot.
There are a total of 26 campsites in the Upper Camp Ground camping area, each of which offers beautiful views of the surrounding scenery. One quirky fact about the area is that it is home to several species of unique wildlife, including black bears and elk.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Camp Ground camping area is during the summer months, when temperatures are mild and the weather is sunny and dry. Average temperatures during this time of year range from the mid-70s during the day to the low 40s at night.
What's on-site at Upper Camp Ground
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 Upper Camp Ground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massacre Rocks State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Camp Ground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pipeline | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pipeline Recreation Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Trenner Park - Idaho Power | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Camp Ground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River At Neeley Id | 9,800 cfs | → |
| Snake R Nr Minidoka Id (At Howells Ferry) | 7,340 cfs | → |
| Portneuf River Nr Tyhee Id | 283 cfs | → |
| Portneuf River At Pocatello Id | 75 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek At Sheepskin Rd Nr Fort Hall Id | 303 cfs | → |
| Marsh Creek Nr Mccammon Id | 22 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Camp Ground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Falls 0.6 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wildhorse Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wildhorse Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Holbrook 4.0 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Howell Canyon | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Howell Canyon | 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
Points of interest
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 Upper Camp Ground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Camp Ground
Can I make reservations at Upper Camp Ground?
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 Upper Camp Ground?
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 Upper Camp Ground.