Sawtooth National Forest

National forest · Camas County

Sawtooth National Forest

National forest · Camas County

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Idaho 75, Stanley, ID 83278

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Discover the breathtaking Sawtooth National Forest, an outdoor haven sprawling over 2 million acres, perfect for hiking, camping, and countless adventures.  

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Idaho 75, Stanley, ID 83278 Get directions

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The 50 Most Beautiful Places in the U.S.

"Four mountain ranges and four major rivers collide in Sawtooth National Forest, a 2.1 million-acre great-outdoors paradise whose landscape has remained virtually unchanged since Lewis and Clark explored it in 1805. The forest is home to dozens of 10,000-plus-foot peaks, hundreds of sparkling alpine lakes, and more than 3,000 miles of gushing streams, as well as grassy meadows, sagebrush flats, and pine and aspen woods. Manners of exploration are as vast as the land itself and include backpacking, rafting, skiing, and mountain climbing." - Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso Anne Olivia Bauso is a travel writer and hotel expert based in New York City. She has written hundreds of hotel reviews, from 5-star Ritz-Carlton properties to treehouse eco-resorts in the

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24 Most Scenic Places to Camp in the United States

"A fantastic place for hiking, camping, fishing, canoeing, rafting, boating, trekking, or cycling, with camping season from late-May to mid-September." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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R. Scherer

Google
This is one amazing and majestic National Forest. From the Apliine Lakes to the lush valley floors, the scenery is stunning. Some of my most favorite memories are of this place. The rocky crags that are scattered throughout this area are many, along with the thousands of alpine lakes that were created by glaciers are so blue that they don't look real. A place that was created by Mother Nature and shaped by Father Time. There's numerous wildlife unique to this area and a wilderness that is vast, so come prepared, there's a lot to explore. As always, leave no trace, leave it better than you found it, and enjoy 😉.

Bill Z

Google
I've hiked all over the American West, and the Sawthooths are among my favorite places to hike. Incredible views, beautiful lakes with great fishing, breathtaking mountains.

Diana Smith

Google
One of my favorites. So many camping spots and hikes around the area. Truly a breath taking trip. People are very friendly as well. Best part about is that it’s dog friendly. Also lots of hot springs within an hour radius of the forest that you can go to

Isaac Romney

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It was awesome. The lake was super pretty and the fishing was pretty good. Nothing too crazy, but you're going to catch something after a while. Beautiful groves of old-growth lodge pole and absolutely amazing birding! A wonderful slice of this beautiful earth!

Jean-Christophe Drolet

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We hiked a loop in the Sawtooth Wilderness for 5 days. The scenery was breathtaking, hiking through alpine lakes and passes. The trail was quite easy, not rough or rocky. I was surprised how easy it was to access the wilderness, compared to the high sierra for example. The weather was also super great, but quite hot. Nights were spent at: 1- sawtooth lake 2- Baron falls 3- Upper cramer lake 5- Elk lake

Cafi

Google
I went to the Slate Rock area and camped with some friends. Had a lovely time there and it was very relaxing. I love the sound of the water rising down the river. Or was very beautiful and peaceful.

Bill Lopez

Google
Beautiful country. Quiet and peaceful. Lots of trails to explore. A quad or side by side is the best way to get around. Miles of trails and the trail conditions are very good. Had a great 7 days there. Hot springs were great to sit in after a full day of hiking.

Ivan Corona

Google
This is the ultimate camping spot, folks! Sawtooth National Forest is where it's at. Seriously, it's got all the wild camping vibes you're craving. We're talking stunning landscapes that'll blow your mind, wildlife (yep, even spotted a black bear), that feeling of pure seclusion, a sky full of stars that's basically a show on its own, and some seriously gorgeous beaches. Oh, and those hikes? They're like nature's red carpet to Idaho's beauty. Don't even think twice – just go!