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Initially thought to have harbored Native Americans for just a few hundred years, archaeologists have discovered spear points, pottery shards, and other artifacts that indicate that humans have, in fact, dwelled in Sawtooth National Forest for at least 12,000 years. European trappers and explorers arrived in the area in the early 19th century to map the region. Their efforts helped guide the pioneers west in the mid-1800s during the gold rush. Sawtooth National Forest was originally established as Sawtooth Forest Reserve in 1905, and its status was upgraded to Sawtooth National Forest in 1972, granting it some additional protection from mining and lumber companies. This Idaho state park gets an astounding million visitors annually.

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Getting Outdoors

Encompassing well over 2.1 million acres of wilderness, the opportunities for recreational fun in Sawtooth National Forest are endless. Sawtooth National Forest boasts a variety of terrains ranging from steppe prairie to forests to alpine tundras. Over a thousand miles of multi-use trails and forest roads wind and weave through the forests, some following the contours of rivers and valleys, others ascending to reach summits of mighty peaks contained within the park. Hike, horseback ride, or mountain bike. There are also two National Recreation Trails that meanders for hundreds of miles. Many hikers use these two trails as training grounds for more challenging hikes in the backcountry or for tackling a monumental trail like the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail, both of which stretch well over 2,000 miles.

Camping at Sawtooth National Forest

RV camp in Sawtooth National Forest, surrounded by pristine, untouched wilderness. Listen to the babbling creek as it gurgles and murmurs along its unceasing journey. Birds will alert everyone within earshot that the sun has risen once again - such a miracle! Sawtooth National Park has 81 campgrounds, and several are developed, offering running water and hookups. Most are operated on a first-come, first-serve basis, but a handful can be reserved in advance. Thompson Flat Campground, which can be reserved, has 25 sites, and there are water faucets available. It also has a horse corral and is close to the Skyline Trail. One catch, though: this campground is open only between May and October.

Exploring the Area

Renting a camper not only allows for easy access to 2.1 million acres of nature but also various small towns scattered across Midstate Idaho. There are four scenic byways that wind through Sawtooth National Forest. The longest, which strings over 130 miles, is Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway; it connects Stanley, ID, to Boise, ID, and passes through several mountain towns.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

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  • Magic Mountain Ski Area, IDSawtooth National Forest, ID
  • Eagle Loop, IDSawtooth National Forest, ID
  • Third Fork Rock Creek Loop, IDSawtooth National Forest, ID
  • Upper Sugarloaf To Snakeskin To Hotshot To Dry Gulch To Matt's Gulch, IDHansen, ID
  • South Hills Singletrack Nirvana, IDSawtooth National Forest, ID
  • Indian Springs Trail, IDHansen, ID
  • David's Loop Trail, IDHansen, ID
  • Silent City of Rocks, IDCity of Rocks National Reserve, ID
  • Perrine Coulee Falls, IDTwin Falls, ID
  • Independence Lakes Trail, IDSawtooth National Forest, ID

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