Independence Lakes Campground
Oakley, Idaho · 7,743 ft · In Sawtooth National Forest
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At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 7,743 ft (2,360 m)7,743 ft2,360 m
- Land
- Sawtooth National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
Amenities
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About
Independence Lake Campground and Picnic Area is a non-fee campground and picnic area where reservations are not required. There are 5 single sites. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between July through October. Sites are handicapped accessible. Campground amenities include 9 tables and grills, toilets, and livestock facilities. No drinking water or trash service is available. Nearby Independence Lakes Trail (#35) is 3.1 miles to the Lake. Only non-motorized travel is authorized. The first mile is rocky, however the remainder is a reasonable grade with switchbacks to the first of four lakes in the alpine cirque basin.
Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout; Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Non-motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait;
From Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
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- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Independence Lakes Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny40°35°
- ThuSunny47°37°
- FriSunny54°40°
- SatSunny54°40°
- SunSunny54°43°
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
Data from Recreation Information Database (RIDB) / Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites
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