Camp 3 Campground
Closed for the season. Opens June 1 and operates through September. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 11:29PM 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. * 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
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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