Ponderosa Campground

Ponderosa Campground, tucked deep in Idaho’s Payette National Forest, offers a peaceful riverside setting along the Secesh River. With just ten first-come, first-served sites, it’s a low-key escape built for simplicity and solitude.

Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets and drinking water available. There are no hookups or trash service, so campers should come prepared and pack out what they bring in.

The main draw here is the setting—towering pines, the sound of the river, and easy access to fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. It’s a quiet, no-frills basecamp for those looking to disconnect and enjoy the natural rhythm of the forest.