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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Overview
About NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON
Overview North Fork Campground is located in scenic St. Charles Canyon in southern Idaho, near Bear Lake. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycling on local trails, and fishing in St. Charles Creek. Recreation North Fork Trail, which has a trailhead within the campground, is open to motorcycles, horses, hikers and mountain bikers and connects with the Highline Trail, a 55-mile path along the backbone of the surrounding Wasatch Mountains. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game manages the river fisheries, providing excellent fishing most of the year, including in St. Charles Creek. In-season big game hunting is also a popular activity. Facilities North Fork Trail, which has a trailhead within the campground, is open to motorcycles, horses, hikers and mountain bikers and connects with the Highline Trail, a 55-mile path along the backbone of the surrounding Wasatch Mountains. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game manages the river fisheries, providing excellent fishing most of the year, including in St. Charles Creek. In-season big game hunting is also a popular activity. Natural Features A dense, mixed growth conifer forest covers the campground. St. Charles Creek flows gently through the site. Nearby Attractions Minnetonka Cave is a short distance from the campground. Scenic Canyons offers guided, 90-minute tours through the nine-room cave with formations called the Bride and Groom, Three Sisters and Devil's Kingdom. The cave temperature is 40 degrees and the path through it includes 444 steps. Tickets must be purchased at the cave entrance. Bear Lake's North Beach is 12 miles from the campground, offering swimming and fishing opportunities on one of the Inter-mountain West's largest natural lakes. Bear Lake State Park Marina is 20 miles from the campground, with a seven-lane boat ramp, boat rentals, slips, a snack bar and general store.
- 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 NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON special
Carved into the limestone walls of St. Charles Canyon in the Bear River Range, North Fork Campground offers a cool mountain retreat just a short drive from the turquoise waters of Bear Lake on the Utah-Idaho border. The campground follows the North Fork of St. Charles Creek, where the gentle murmur of water over stone sets the tone for a deeply relaxing stay. Towering Douglas fir and aspen trees create a lush overhead canopy that filters sunlight into dappled patterns across the forest floor. This is a landscape built for exploration. Trail networks climb from the canyon bottom to high alpine meadows with sweeping views of Bear Lake and the Wasatch Range, while the creek itself supports a healthy population of native cutthroat trout for fly fishing enthusiasts. Summer is the prime camping season, with warm days and refreshingly cool canyon nights. Early fall brings a spectacular aspen display as entire mountainsides turn brilliant gold. The campground is a natural fit for families with children who love creek play, hikers seeking moderate to challenging terrain, and anglers looking for quiet water away from crowds. With Bear Lake's beaches and boating just minutes down the canyon, North Fork Campground gives you the best of both worlds, mountain solitude and lakeside fun.
Campsite Inventory
1 sites to choose from
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Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Accessibility
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
1:00 PM
Condition Rating
Prime
Driveway entry
Parallel
Driveway surface
Gravel
Fire Pit
Yes
Grills/Fire Ring
Yes
Location Rating
Prime
Max guests
50
Max vehicle length (ft)
24
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Privacy
Yes
Proximity to Water
Riverfront
Quiet Area
Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
541-351-1182
bryce@sceniccanyons.com
Getting There
From Garden City, Utah, take Highway 89 north to St. Charles, Idaho. Drive west from St. Charles along Forest Road 412 for 8.1 miles, then turn right and follow the dirt road a short distance to the campground.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON.
How do reservations work for NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON?
Reservation availability for NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON?
NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON currently lists Unknown (1).
Where is NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON located?
NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND - St. CHARLES CANYON is in Utah near DUCK CREEK. Coordinates: 42.0961, -111.5331.
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