Big Creek Campground
Open seasonally from May 15 through September 30. First-come, first-served with no fee. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water and pack out trash.
Red Flag Warning issued August 9 at 9:37PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM MDT Monday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 475 and 476. * WIND...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...Wind reaching these speeds and humidity drier than 15 percent can result in rapid fire spread and extreme wildfire intensity.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 1:30PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
AQAMSO * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Moderate * WHERE...Lemhi County * WHEN...Until 3pm MDT 8/10/2026 * IMPACTS...Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
About
Big Creek Campground is a rustic, no-fee camping destination in the Salmon-Challis National Forest, located at the confluence of the North and South Forks of Big Creek. With only three primitive campsites, it provides a quiet and remote setting for those seeking solitude in central Idaho's backcountry. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground has a vault toilet but no potable water or garbage service, so campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. The area offers opportunities for horseback riding, picnicking, and OHV trail riding. Due to the primitive nature and remote location, the campground has a maximum RV length of 16 feet. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations required.
Directions
From Challis, travel north approximately 15 miles on Highway 93 to Ellis. Turn right for about 25 miles to Big Creek Road (097). Turn left onto Road 097; the campground is approximately 3 miles further.
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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 | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Big Creek Campground |
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