How do I access Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area?

Sand Butte 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 Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area?

Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area

ID · BLM Campground · BLM

Sand Butte 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 rugged solitude at Idaho’s Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area, a primitive BLM site perfect for self-reliant campers. Explore ancient volcanic landscapes and vast sagebrush trails in this remote, off-grid destination. With no facilities available, it offers an ideal, leave-no-trace adventure for experienced outdoors enthusiasts seeking quiet, starry nights.

Escape to the raw, rugged beauty of Idaho’s Sand Butte Wilderness Study Area. Managed by the BLM, this primitive site offers a true off-grid experience for self-reliant campers seeking solitude amidst an ancient volcanic landscape. Explore the unique geology of Sand Butte, a crater formed by explosive steam-magma interactions, while traversing miles of scenic hiking trails through vast sagebrush plains. Because this is a primitive, year-round location with no hookups or developed facilities, it is best suited for experienced tent campers and backcountry enthusiasts looking for a quiet, leave-no-trace adventure. Enjoy free access to these 21,000 acres of open public land under Idaho’s endless, star-filled skies.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 43.1100, -113.8900