Black Lake Campground

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4Supported overnight records

1Published site categories

0Sites with a reported party limit

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A closer look at the campground

Overview Black Lake Campground is a rustic facility with 4 designated tent sites. Located on the edge of Black Lake and adjacent to the Hells Canyon Wilderness, the site is popular for visitors wanting a truly 'off-the-beaten-path' recreational experience. The access road to the campground is steep and rough, and is not recommended for RVs, trailers or low clearance vehicles. This site provides access to Black Lake- Horse Heaven Trail #214 and Six Lakes Basin Trail #218 which enter the Hells Canyon Wilderness from the southeast. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 6am. Primary use season is from July to September. Facilities Black Lake Campground has 4 sites, each with a picnic table, fire ring and parking area.

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Standard Nonelectric

Operator directions

From Riggins, Idaho go south 60 miles on US Hwy 95 to Council, Idaho; In Council leave Hwy 95 in the downtown area and head north/northwest on the Hornet Creek Road #002; Continue north on this road past Lafferty Campground until the Community of Bear (no services); After passing through Bear continue north on Road 105 (gravel road suitable for passenger cars) and watch for the split in the road; Stay right on road #105 - do not enter the Bear Work Center; Continue on #105 road for approx. 1/2 mile to the intersection with Road #112; Travel on Road #112 heading north/northwest past Smith Mountain Lookout to the end of the road at Black Lake Campground.

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THE ACTUAL SITES

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SITE / LOOP	TYPE	EQUIPMENT LIMITS	PEOPLE / VEHICLES	DRIVEWAY	ELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 1 West Eagle Source updated: 2026-03-31	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	Not reported people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 2 West Eagle Source updated: 2026-03-31	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	Not reported people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 3 West Eagle Source updated: 2026-03-31	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	Not reported people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 4 West Eagle Source updated: 2026-03-31	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	Not reported people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported