Sagehen Creek

Boise National Forest

Sagehen Creek Campground is located on the shores of the scenic Sagehen Reservoir at an elevation of 4997 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, exploring Joe's Creek Trail, as well as utilizing the non-motorized Sagehen Reservoir Trail.

The campground contains several single-family sites, a few of which are accessible, all with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Notifications and Alerts

• Both Eastside and Sage Hen Creek campgrounds will be closed from May 27th to November 30th 2025 for campground renovation and construction

Need to Know

• Idaho OHV Safety Message
• Additional first come, first served sites are available
• A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
• Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest
• Please click here for further information about the facility and recreation opportunities in the area.
• Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of towering Ponderosa pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir, and grand fir, which provide plentiful shade in most sites. Some sites afford lake views. Summer temperatures range from 80 to 90-degree days to cooler nights. A variety of berries and mushrooms can be found throughout the area. Local wildlife includes deer, elk, black bear, goshawk, woodpeckers, and boreal owls.

Recreation

Sagehen Reservoir offers great boating, canoeing, and rainbow trout fishing. A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground.There is a 15 mph speed limit on the reservoir. Hiking, biking, horse, and ATV trails are abundant in the area, including Joe's Creek Trail, which begins not far from the campground. The Sagehen Reservoir Trail, a 4-mile loop around the lake, offers great fishing spots, beautiful viewpoints and wildlife watching opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. The Sagehen and KYAOTT ATV Trail Systems can be accessed near the reservoir, offering more than 35 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, but hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders can enjoy these trails as well.

Contact Information

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EMMETT RANGER DISTRICT 1805 HIGHWAY 16, #5 EMMETT ID 83617

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 541-351-1182

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From Horseshoe Bend, Idaho take Highway 52 for 9 miles west to the junction with the Sweet/Ola Highway. Turn north and travel 16 miles to Ola, Idaho. Travel north through Ola and follow FS Rd 618, 18 miles to Sagehen Reservoir (FS Road 626). Turn right and continue on FS Rd 626 for 7 miles. Take a left on FS Rd 614 and travel about 2 miles to Sage Hen Reservoir. Sagehen Campground is on the east side of the reservoir.

Available Campsites

• Site 009, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop SAGE, Type Standard Nonelectric

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