Overview
Rattlesnake Campground is located 13 miles north of Crouch, Idaho along the Middle Fork Payette River at an elevation of 3621 feet.
The Middle Fork drainage offers a variety of excellent trails. Fishing and hunting are popular activities as well.
Recreation
The Middle Fork Payette River offers good to excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout.
Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding can be found in the area. The One Spoon Trail, Rattlesnake Trail, and 465 ATV Trail are all in the vicinity of the campground.
In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.
Facilities
The Middle Fork Payette River offers good to excellent fishing most of the year. Anglers cast for whitefish and rainbow trout.
Many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding can be found in the area. The One Spoon Trail, Rattlesnake Trail, and 465 ATV Trail are all in the vicinity of the campground.
In-season big game hunting for deer, elk and bear is a popular activity in the surrounding mountains.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Fork Payette River among Douglas fir and lodgepole pine trees, which offer partial shade. A few sites offer river views through the dense vegetation on the banks.
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the Middle Fork drainage, including deer, elk, and red-tailed hawks.
Activities
- Picnicking
- Hunting
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Camping
- Biking
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