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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.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region

It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Silver Fire Closure - Roman Nose, Bottleneck, Snow Creek

The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire suppression activities occurring in the area as part of planned operations for the Silver Fire burning in the area.

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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