Beaver Creek Campground
Campgrounds in the St. Joe River area typically open in spring and close in fall, with exact dates dependent on snow and weather conditions. This is a free, first-come, first-served primitive camping area with no reservations.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 11:02AM PDT until August 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
A weather system will move through the area on Wednesday, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms to the region. These thunderstorms will mainly be focused along the eastern slopes of the Cascades and along the International Border. Lightning strikes will have the potential to start new wildfires, and gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause dangerous conditions around new and existing wildfires. The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * Affected Area: Northern and Central Idaho Panhandle (Zone 101), East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696), East Portion of North Cascades National Park/Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (Zone 697), East Washington North Cascades (Zone 698), Okanogan Highlands and Kettle Mountains (Zone 699), Selkirk Mountains of Northeast Washington (Zone 700), Foothills of Northeast Washington (Zone 701), Colville Reservation (Zone 702), Okanogan Valley (Zone 703), Methow Valley (Zone 704), Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705) and Waterville Plateau (Zone 706). * Thunderstorms: Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible late morning through late evening Wednesday. * Outflow Winds: Gusty and erratic outflow winds up to 40 mph will be possible. * Impacts: Lightning strikes will have the potential to start new fires, and gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause dangerous conditions around new and existing wildfires.
Air Quality Alert issued August 11 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been lifted by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality for Benewah, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties.
Air Quality Alert issued August 11 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been lifted by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality for Benewah, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties.
About
Beaver Creek Campground is a primitive, no-fee camping area located along Beaver Creek in the St. Joe Wild and Scenic River corridor of Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The site offers a basic backcountry camping experience in one of Idaho's most scenic river valleys, surrounded by dense coniferous forests and rugged mountain terrain. The St. Joe River corridor is renowned for its exceptional cutthroat trout fishing, whitewater recreation, and abundant wildlife. The area provides access to extensive trail systems for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, as well as opportunities to explore the surrounding roadless and primitive areas. As a primitive Forest Service site, campers should come prepared to be self-sufficient. The nearest services are available in Avery, Idaho. This is first-come, first-served camping with a 14-day stay limit. Dispersed camping along the St. Joe River Road may have seasonal restrictions from spring to mid-July for wildlife protection.
Directions
From Avery, Idaho, travel east on St. Joe River Road for approximately 29 miles. Turn right onto Red Ives Road (Forest Road 218) and continue for about 8 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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) 245-2531 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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