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RIVER SIDE (ID - BOISE)

ID · Boise National Forest

RIVER SIDE (ID - BOISE) is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 3 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in June (5/10) and eases to its lowest in August (4/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
  1. Jan–
  2. Feb–
  3. Mar–
  4. Apr–
  5. May–
  6. Jun5
  7. Jul5
  8. Aug4
  9. Sep–
  10. Oct–
  11. Nov–
  12. Dec–
1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 7 RV sites
  • Max RV length 100 ft

Activities: WATER SPORTS, FISHING, CAMPING, BOATING, HIKING

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at River Side (id - Boise) Campground?

There is a $5 fee for vehicles entering the campground for day use.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Location

Where it is