Emmett, ID

Cold Springs Campground - Boise NF (ID)

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

Cold Springs Campground is one of four campgrounds along Idaho's State Highway 55, next to the North Fork of the Payette River. This area is a popular location for river rafting trips and camping. This campground rests at 3,878 feet.

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.

Facilities

This campground has five sites situated as a group area, each with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Because of its proximity to the highway, some noise from passing traffic is to be expected.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in 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.

Nearby Attractions

Near the boat and kayak launch of the Payette River.

Typical weather

North Fork Payette River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for North Fork Payette River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.34°JJanuary: average water temperature 34°F37°FFebruary: average water temperature 37°F38°MMarch: average water temperature 38°F45°AApril: average water temperature 45°F51°MMay: average water temperature 51°F60°JJune: average water temperature 60°F61°JJuly: average water temperature 61°F58°AAugust: average water temperature 58°F58°SSeptember: average water temperature 58°F50°OOctober: average water temperature 50°F38°NNovember: average water temperature 38°F33°DDecember: average water temperature 33°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 18 field-sample stations

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