Camp 3 Campground
Closed for the season. Opens June 1 and operates through September. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 22 at 2:12PM PDT until July 25 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR THUNDERSTORMS THURSDAY, FIRE WEATHER WATCHES FOR WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY... A ridge breakdown pattern will first bring an elevated threat for mountain thunderstorms across portions of central and north- central Washington tonight into Thursday night. Drier weather arrives Friday and Saturday, though winds will become increasingly gusty with critical fire weather conditions likely. The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Fire Weather Watch for winds and low humidity, which is in effect from Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * Affected Area: Northern and Central Idaho Panhandle (Zone 101), Selkirk Mountains of Northeast Washington (Zone 700), Foothills of Northeast Washington (Zone 701), Eastern Columbia Basin -Palouse -Spokane Area (Zone 708) and Lower Palouse - Snake River (Zone 709). * Winds: Southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Timing: Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon * Relative Humidities: 15 to 25 percent across the lower elevations, with 23 to 35 percent at the higher elevations. * Temperatures: Up to 93. * Impacts: Gusty winds and low humidity Saturday afternoon may lead to rapid fire spread with any new or ongoing fires.
About
Camp 3 Campground is a rustic backcountry facility in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, specifically designed for equestrian and OHV campers. With just 4 camp units, this quiet site provides essential amenities for stock users including a loading ramp and corral. Vault toilets are available, but there is no developed water source. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Campers must bring ample water supplies and observe the pack-it-in, pack-it-out policy. The area offers fishing opportunities and proximity to a historic cabin. Wildlife and scenery viewing are popular activities along the Marble Creek corridor. Access requires driving 35 miles east of St. Maries on Forest Highway 50 to the Marble Creek Historical Site, then continuing 15 miles south on Forest Road 321. The remote location and forest road access make this campground best suited for those comfortable with backcountry conditions.
Directions
Drive 35 miles east of St. Maries, Idaho on Forest Highway 50 to the Marble Creek Historical Site, then 15 miles south on Forest Road 321 (Marble Creek Road).
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $15 |
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 |
Useful Links
| USFS Camp 3 Campground Page | |
| Idaho Panhandle NF Alerts |
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