Bonanza Ccc Camp

About

Bonanza CCC Group Campground occupies a beautiful valley setting along the Yankee Fork of the Salmon River at 6,500 feet elevation. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this rustic group campground features 13 individual camp spurs scattered among lodgepole pines, each with its own fire ring and picnic table. A central gathering area with two large fire rings provides space for group activities, and the site can accommodate up to 70 people. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the region's rich mining history. The ghost town of Bonanza lies within a mile, while Custer and the impressive Yankee Fork Gold Dredge are just two miles further up the drainage. Interpretive tours of the dredge run from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Yankee Fork offers fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and whitefish, and several trailheads provide access to wilderness hiking on the West Fork of Yankee Fork, Crimson Lake, and Lightning Creek trails. The campground accommodates trailers and RVs up to 50 feet on gravel roads and parking spurs. Approximately 40 vehicles can be parked without trailers, or 20 vehicles with trailers. A grey water sink and trash collection are provided. Livestock is not permitted at this campground.

Directions

From Stanley, Idaho, drive 11 miles east on Highway 75 to the Sunbeam Dam overlook. Turn left onto Forest Road #013 (Yankee Fork Road) and continue for approximately 7-9 miles. The campground is on the left.