Malad Summit Campground
Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Malad Summit Campground in Idaho takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Malad Summit Campground is situated next to Mill Creek, just 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding on the area's many trails.The campground is settled in a dense forest of maple trees, which offer plentiful shade. Stately Douglas fir trees dot the landscape. The campground receives snow throughout the winter.Mill Creek offers
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Nearest DC fast charging: 21.7 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 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.
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❓ Malad Summit Campground FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Malad Summit Campground?
Malad Summit Campground 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 can I get a spot at Malad Summit Campground when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Malad Summit Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Malad Summit Campground and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Malad Summit Campground a good campground?
Malad Summit Campground holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 44 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Malad Summit Campground located?
Malad Summit Campground is located in Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Idaho. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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