Recreation area

Big Hole

Sawtooth National Forest · Idaho — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Big Hole is currently between two large road washouts and is inaccessible by vehicle-you may access it via non-motorized travel and motorcycle only. The restroom is not being maintained. Big Hole is a day use site on the South Fork of the Boise River located 6 miles west (down river) from the Big Smokey Gaurd Station area on Road No.227.  Popular for it's swimming hole, the area provides access to fishing, parking and a restroom.

Activities

  • PICNICKING
  • SWIMMING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.