6
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF)
Overview Elk Creek Campground offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and ancient foliage, the campground provides a great place to stay in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby. Recreation Elk Creek and nearby Elk River Reservoir provide visitors with opportunities for fishing and other water-related recreation. Cutthroat and rainbow trout, chinook salmon and steelhead swim in the clear waters. Fishing or hunting are popular activities in the rugged and primitive landscape. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are available on the area's many trails and forest roads. The Elk Creek Falls Trail takes hikers 3.5 miles to the tallest waterfall in the state. Facilities Elk Creek and nearby Elk River Reservoir provide visitors with opportunities for fishing and other water-related recreation. Cutthroat and rainbow trout, chinook salmon and steelhead swim in the clear waters. Fishing or hunting are popular activities in the rugged and primitive landscape. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are available on the area's many trails and forest roads. The Elk Creek Falls Trail takes hikers 3.5 miles to the tallest waterfall in the state. Natural Features The campground is situated in a mature pine forest in the Clearwater National Forest, next to Elk Creek, at an elevation of about 3,000 feet. The surrounding area is home to the tallest waterfall in Idaho, as well as the largest cedar tree east of the Cascade Range. Elk, deer, moose, bear and cougar make the forested country their home. Nearby Attractions The town of Elk River is less than a mile from the campground and offers a variety of basic services, including gas, groceries, showers and fishing equipment.
- 6 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (6).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Campsite Inventory
6 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
2:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-In
Driveway length (ft)
35, 40
Driveway surface
Gravel
Max guests
8
Max vehicle length (ft)
40
Minimum guests
Yes
Shade
Full
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
208-875-1131
Getting There
From Moscow, Idaho, travel northeast on State Road 8 to Elk River. Turn north onto Forest Road 382 and then east onto Forest Road 1705. The campground is about 45 minutes from Moscow.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF).
How do reservations work for ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF)?
Reservation availability for ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF)?
ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF) currently lists Unknown (6).
Where is ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF) located?
ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (CLEARWATER NF) is in Idaho near POTLATCH. Coordinates: 46.7919, -116.1731.
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