You can listen to wonderful recordings of the sounds of some of the forest’s birds (and other creatures) here. Black Rock Campground is located 20 miles from Idaho City, on the North Fork Boise River, at an elevation of 4,300 feet. Members of the Mearns Club recently collaborated on the preparation of an application to nominate the forest as an Audubon Important Bird Area. This nearly 4000-acre mature deciduous forest, which encompasses more than 1000 feet in elevation change and has several lakes and streams, is home to 100+ species of birds, including threatened and at-risk species such as the Cerulean Warbler, Worm-eating Warbler, Wood Thrush, Blue-Winged Warbler, and Prairie Warbler. “The Rose-breasted Grosbeak destroys the fruit blossoms in the orchards….this, to my mind, however, it more than compensates for, by adding so much brightness and melody to the happiest of seasons.” -EA Mearns Cornwall, New Yorkīlack Rock Forest ( website), located in the Hudson Highlands, is an active scientific field station managed by the Black Rock Forest Consortium. 327, to the campground.Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, from “Bird-life a guide to the study of our common birds” (1898), Library of Congress. Turn right and travel east for 18 miles on Road No. Learn more about gear rental options for your trip Driving Directionsįrom Idaho City, travel north on State Highway 21 for about two miles, to the Granite Creek/Rabbit Creek Road No. BOX 129 IDAHO CITY ID 83631 Phone Numberįor campground inquiries, please call: 20 Rental Options Numerous trail opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and dirt biking can be found in the vicinity. Many swimming holes can be found within a short distance of the campground. The North Fork Boise River offers rainbow trout fishing in a beautiful natural setting. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the campground. Most campsites have partial shade, but little privacy from other campers. The campground sits on the banks of the North Fork Boise River, where ponderosa pines tower over the area. Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site.Click here for more information on the Boise National Forest.Group sites are available at Grayback Campground and Hayfork Group Campground.Reserving more than two sites per family is strictly prohibited no exceptions will be made.Large groups are not allowed to occupy the campground, including family reunions, weddings and club or organizational events, etc.Visit /projects/sh21construction for project updates. Travelers will be escorted through the work zone at the top of each hour. To pass through the work zone, travelers must bring confirmation of their reservation. The road will be closed Monday – Thursday from 7:00 a.m. Work will begin after the 4th of July weekend and will be completed by early fall 2023. The Idaho Transportation Department is making improvements to SH-21 from Mores Creek Summit (MP 52) to Lowman (MP 71). Vault toilets, and drinking water are provided within the campground. Black Rock Forest advances scientific understanding of the natural world through research, education and conservation programs. The campground contains several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.
Visitors enjoy fishing, swimming and exploring local trails. Black Rock Campground is located 20 miles from Idaho City, on the North Fork Boise River, at an elevation of 4,300 feet.
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