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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