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Overview
About CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND
Overview Chemeketan Campground sits near the headwaters of the Salmon River, at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Recreation This site is part of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. The Salmon River offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout, westslope cutthroat trout and occasional hybrid cutbows and bull trout. The Idaho Centennial Trail can be easily accessed nearby. Alturas, Perkins, Pettit and Yellowbelly Lakes are nearby, with fishing, canoeing and hiking. Facilities This site is part of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. The Salmon River offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout, westslope cutthroat trout and occasional hybrid cutbows and bull trout. The Idaho Centennial Trail can be easily accessed nearby. Alturas, Perkins, Pettit and Yellowbelly Lakes are nearby, with fishing, canoeing and hiking. Natural Features Chemeketan is a secluded, peaceful campground situated among lodgepole pines, which provide partial shade. Rugged peaks of the Sawtooth Range surround the area and the Salmon River flows at the campground's edge. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees. Nearby Attractions The Sawtooth National Recreation Area offers a myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities, and an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains. Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair and Fireman's Ball in September.
- 1 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (1).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND special
Chemeketan Campground sits near the headwaters of the legendary Salmon River, at the base of Idaho''s Sawtooth Mountain Range in the town of Stanley. The Sawtooth National Recreation Area surrounds the campground with some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the northern Rockies — jagged granite peaks, alpine lakes, and meadows thick with wildflowers in July. The Salmon River here runs cold and clear, offering excellent fishing for rainbow trout, westslope cutthroat, and the occasional bull trout. The Idaho Centennial Trail passes nearby, connecting to a vast trail network that reaches into the surrounding wilderness areas. Alturas, Perkins, Pettit, and Yellowbelly Lakes are all short drives away, each offering their own fishing, canoeing, and shoreline hiking. Stanley itself is a tiny mountain town that swells with visitors in summer but retains a genuine backcountry character. Nighttime temperatures drop sharply even in midsummer, and frost is possible any month of the year at this elevation. The campground is small and intimate, well-suited to travelers who want proximity to the Sawtooths without the crowds of Redfish Lake.
Campsite Inventory
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Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-In
Driveway surface
Gravel
Fire Pit
Yes
Max guests
150
Max vehicle length (ft)
30
Minimum guests
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Shade
Full
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
928-537-8888
camping@rrmofa.com
Getting There
From Stanley, Idaho, take Highway 75 south. Turn southwest off highway onto a dirt road located between mile markers 163 and 162. The campground is located 4 miles beyond the turnoff. Fording a stream is necessary to access the campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND?
CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (1).
Where is CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND located?
CHEMEKETAN CAMPGROUND is in Idaho near STANLEY. Coordinates: 43.8475, -114.7567.
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