Baker Creek Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Sawtooth NRA campgrounds typically open in June depending on snow conditions. East Fork Baker Creek Campground operates June through November on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations required.
Flood Watch issued October 11 at 7:26PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
East Fork Baker Creek Campground is a small, primitive campground nestled along the East Fork of Baker Creek within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. The campground offers 7 first-come, first-served campsites with basic amenities including vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground serves as an excellent basecamp for exploring the surrounding wilderness. The Baker Creek trailhead provides access to hiking trails including Baker Lake Trail No. 138, which leads to a pristine alpine lake in under 2 miles. Fishing opportunities are available in Baker Creek, and the area welcomes horse and pack animals for backcountry exploration. This is a no-fee campground with no reservation system, making it ideal for spontaneous trips into the Sawtooth backcountry. The remote setting accessed via Forest Road 162 offers a quiet alternative to more developed campgrounds in the area.
Directions
From Ketchum, head north 15 miles on ID-75, then west 3 miles on Forest Road #162.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 622-0090 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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