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Pioneer Campground

πŸ“Œ Smokey Mountains πŸ“ 43.4890200,-114.8313000 β›° 5,844 ft
Pioneer Campground
Pioneer Campground is small. For having only 5 campsites it is very unique. Campsite 4 has an old stone stage for performances. It is set along Soldier Creek, fully shaded with aspen and cottonwood trees. Soldier Mountain Ski Area is only a couple hundred yards away. Five miles to the west 10,095 foot tall "Smokey Dome" is the tallest mountain in the area.

Amenities

Campsites
There are 5 campsites, each have a picnic table and fire ring. 1 and 2 are designed for individual camping. 3 has a double sized table while 4 has a stage and benches for performances. 5 has several tables and an extra large fire pit for groups. The road is gravel and the driveways are dirt.
Water
There is water available from a hand pump equipped well. The water was clear and seemed good but I didn't taste it.
Restroom
There is a vault style outhouse in the center of the campground which was not clean when I visited.
Electricity
No.
Firewood
You will need to provide your own.
Pets
Pets are allowed but must kept on a leash.
Picnic Area
Any of these campsites could be used for a picnic site.
Handicap Access
The outhouse is handicap accessible.
RV Dump Site
None.
Host On-Site
No.
Phone Service
None, but there is a pay phone at Soldier Mountain Ski lift.
Garbage Services
Yes, there is a dumpster available.

Recreation

Fishing
There is fishing for trout in the nearby streams. On the north side of "Smokey Dome", there are small lakes waiting for you to explore.
Boating
No.
Swimming
No.
Recreation
Camping, fishing, hiking and trail riding would be the main attractions.
Wildlife
Deer, elk, bear, wolves and many other small animals live in the surrounding mountains.

Fees & Reservations

Fee Schedule
There is no fee schedule posted.
Reservations
To reserve one of the group sites, call 208-764-3202.
Fees & Res.
To reserve one of the group sites, call 208-764-3202. There is no fee schedule posted.

Getting There

From Boise use this Google Map .

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This information is accurate as of the date of the review.