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Howers

Boise National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundSawtooth NRA / StanleyIdaho⭐ 4.2 (12)
Howers
🟢 1 open window right now — soonest Thu Sep 3–Sat Sep 5
Availability checked 13h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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Howers in Idaho has 1 open booking window on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Thu Sep 3–Sat Sep 5. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Thu Sep 3 – Sat Sep 52 nightsbook these dates →opened 13h agosites #005

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite HOWERS  #005 — Partially shaded picnic table
Site HOWERS #005 · Partially shaded picnic tableAkira Byrne
Campsite HOWERS  #005 — View of Deadwood Reservoir and the tree-filled mountain rang
Site HOWERS #005 · View of Deadwood Reservoir and the tree-filled mountain rangAkira Byrne

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 9 openings at Howers over the last 30 days, on 9 separate days, most of them for stays 7–10 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $12/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.1★★★★☆11 ratings
5★5
4★4
3★1
2★0
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile0.6/4
Verizon0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Howers FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Howers?

Howers in Idaho takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Howers?

Campsite fees at Howers run about $12/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Howers when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Howers often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Howers?

CampSage's scans caught 9 openings at Howers over the last 30 days, on 9 separate days, most of them for stays 7–10 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Howers a good campground?

Howers holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 12 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Howers?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Howers, T-Mobile rates highest at 0.6 out of 5 from 5 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Howers located?

Howers is located in Sawtooth NRA / Stanley, Idaho. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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