Nestled along the picturesque Robinson Bar Rd in Stanley, Idaho, Upper O’Brien Campground offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and adventurers alike. This charming campground is part of the esteemed Campgrounds & RV Parks category, providing a welcoming space for those seeking outdoor adventures and peaceful relaxation. Situated near the Salmon River, it's an ideal base camp for exploring Idaho’s natural beauty.
Upper O’Brien Campground features well-maintained sites with level ground, perfect for tents and RVs. Each site is equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, creating a cozy camping experience. While the restrooms are somewhat rustic, they provide necessary amenities. The campground charges $20 per night, offering excellent value for its serene location.
Customers have praised Upper O’Brien Campground for its quiet, natural setting. One visitor described it as “a hidden gem” with minimal crowds, ideal for those seeking seclusion. Another highlighted the ease of access with a truck and trailer, despite the single-lane bridge.
If you're planning a trip to Idaho, consider Upper O’Brien Campground for an authentic outdoor experience near the Salmon River. Whether you’re camping in a tent or exploring with an RV, this campground offers a memorable retreat surrounded by nature’s beauty.
Public restroom
Running water
Tent sites
Good for kids
On-site parking
Great place right on the Salmon River to spend the night or a couple of days. There is a one lane bridge you have to cross to get to the campground but this didn't seem to be a problem for even longer pull behinds. The sites are fairly level, fire rings and table. There is a hand pump for cool drinking water. There is only one pit toilet which looks to be original to the campground...the floors are crumbling, holes in the walls and in general poor repair. There is no host on site and the overall condition of the campground was evident of that. The cost is $20 a night. If they up graded the toilets and got a full time host for the Upper and Lower O Brien campgrounds this could be one of the best campgrounds in the area.
Quiet campground to stay in. Very pleasant, right next to the Salmon River. The entrance to this campground probably seems a little difficult, I did it with my truck and a 18 foot trailer and I had no problem at all. I think it is inadvisable to try to bring an RV into the Lower O'Brian campground, although you could walk from Upper to Lower and see for yourself. Regardless, Upper is really nice and peaceful and at night you really do get that feeling of solitude because this seems like a campground which is rarely full.
Nice campground, the roads Are all dirt and gravel. Nice quiet campground for the weekend getaway or a 2 week stay. Water is drawn from a long handle pump like the old days.
Vault toilet is open in the winter and there’s TP!
A great, little campground off the road. Great access to the river, bathrooms, water pump and dump. A little traffic noise but mostly you hear the river.