Scout Mountain Campground
Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Scout Mountain 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.
Scout Mountain Campground is located on beautiful Scout Mountain at an elevation of 6,900 feet, just 13 miles south of Pocatello, Idaho. Scout Mountain is part of the Mink Creek area, a popular place for birding and wildlife viewing. Visitors enjoy exploring a variety of local multi-use trails.Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking are very popular activities in the area. The paved 1-mile Scout Mou
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Nearest DC fast charging: 8.0 mi away (straight line).
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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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❓ Scout Mountain Campground FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Scout Mountain Campground?
Scout Mountain 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 Scout Mountain Campground when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Scout Mountain 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 Scout Mountain Campground and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Scout Mountain Campground a good campground?
Scout Mountain Campground holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 84 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Scout Mountain Campground located?
Scout Mountain 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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