How do I access Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area?

Shale 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 Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area?

Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area

ID · BLM Campground · BLM

Shale 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

Managed by the BLM, Idaho’s Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area offers 16,000 acres of primitive, year-round camping for self-sufficient adventurers. This rugged volcanic landscape is perfect for those seeking solitude, backcountry hiking, and hunting. With no amenities provided, visitors must be fully prepared for an authentic, off-the-grid wilderness experience.

Discover the raw, untamed beauty of Idaho’s Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area. Managed by the BLM, this expansive 16,000-acre landscape offers a truly primitive camping experience perfect for self-sufficient adventurers and solitude seekers. Immerse yourself in a rugged volcanic environment defined by dramatic desert terrain, ideal for those looking to explore off-the-beaten-path hiking trails or engage in backcountry hunting. This site is strictly primitive with no hookups, making it best suited for experienced tent campers prepared for self-contained wilderness living. Open year-round and free to access, Shale Butte provides an authentic, rugged escape into one of Idaho’s most quiet and untouched public land treasures.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 42.9347, -113.8497