How do I access China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?

China Cup Butte ISA 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 China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?

China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.

What amenities are at China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area

ID · BLM Campground · BLM

China Cup Butte ISA 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

Experience the raw, volcanic beauty of Idaho’s China Cup Butte Wilderness Study Area. This primitive, year-round, free campsite offers off-the-grid solitude for self-reliant adventurers. With no amenities, it is perfect for experienced campers seeking backcountry hiking, stargazing, and exploration within the unique, circular crater of the Snake River Plain.

Discover the raw, untamed beauty of Idaho’s high desert at the China Cup Butte Wilderness Study Area. Managed by the BLM, this primitive camping destination offers a truly off-the-grid experience for self-reliant adventurers seeking solitude. The landscape is dominated by a remarkable, perfectly circular volcanic cone featuring a 100-foot deep crater, providing a unique backdrop for tent camping and rugged exploration. With no hookups or developed amenities, this site is perfect for those who enjoy backcountry hiking and stargazing in complete silence. Open year-round, this free, primitive site is ideal for experienced campers looking to immerse themselves in the geological wonders of the Snake River Plain.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?: China Cup Butte ISA 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 China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?: China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.
What amenities are at China Cup Butte ISA Wilderness Study Area?: On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 43.2739, -113.0772