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Swinging Bridge
Swinging Bridge Campground is located 10 miles north of Banks, Idaho just off Highway 55 at an elevation of 4,000 feet.
The North Fork Payette River flows next to the highway, where extreme kayaking is a popular activity.
The campground contains single-family sites, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.
Need to Know
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
- This campground has first come, first served sites
- A fee of $5/day will be collected for extra vehicles at the campground
- Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest
- 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 is a scenic canyon just above Highway 55. The mountains are forested with a mix of Ponderosa and lodgepole pines and shade is plentiful within most of the campground. Summer days are warm, reaching 80-90 degrees; nights are cooler.
Recreation
The North Fork of the Payette River is a very popular location for expert kayaking. Whitewater rafting is nearby on the Main and South Fork sections of the Payette River.
Anglers will find good to excellent fishing for whitefish and rainbow trout.
Contact Information
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BOISE ID
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 541-351-1182
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Horseshoe Bend, ID, take State Rt. 55 north for 21.5 miles to the campground sign. Turn left after the sign into the campground(on west side of highway).
Available Campsites
- Site 005, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop SWIN, Type Rv Nonelectric
