How do I access Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area is a campground in Idaho. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area

ID · BLM Campground · BLM

Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area is a blm campground Idaho. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping. No fees. Amenities include hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Located at the base of Idaho’s Lemhi Mountain Range, the Black Canyon Wilderness Study Area offers a rugged, primitive escape for self-sufficient adventurers. This remote high-desert destination features dramatic rocky canyons and sagebrush slopes, providing an authentic, crowd-free backcountry experience for experienced hikers and tent campers seeking total solitude.

Escape to the untamed beauty of Idaho’s Black Canyon I Wilderness Study Area, a rugged sanctuary managed by the BLM. Nestled at the southern base of the majestic Lemhi Mountain Range, this primitive, year-round destination offers a true high-desert experience. Traverse dramatic rocky canyons, steep faults, and sweeping slopes adorned with sagebrush, grasses, and scattered juniper. Perfect for solitude-seeking tent campers and experienced hikers, this site provides an authentic wilderness retreat far from the crowds. With no hookups or developed amenities, it is an ideal spot for self-sufficient adventurers looking to immerse themselves in Idaho’s raw, untouched landscape. Pack your gear and prepare for a remote backcountry adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?: Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area is a campground in Idaho. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?: Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.
What amenities are at Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?: On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 43.1403, -114.7417