Chinook
Closed for the winter season. Typically opens in June and operates through September, depending on snow levels. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 11:56AM 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 Unhealthy. WHERE... Clearwater and Idaho Counties outside of reservation boundaries. WHEN: Extended until 3:00PM 8/10/2026 IMPACTS: Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Air pollutants can cause breathing difficult for children, the elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors. ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ's Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799- 4370
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
Chinook Campground sits in a forested setting along the Secesh River within Idaho's Payette National Forest at an elevation of 5,650 feet. The campground features nine campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Several sites accommodate stock use for visitors bringing horses or pack animals. Vault toilets are available, and potable water is typically accessible via hand pump from June through September. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors must physically arrive to claim and pay for a site. Payment may be made using the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature, though cellular service is limited. There are no hookups, no trash service, and campers must pack out all refuse. Local recreation includes fly fishing on the Secesh River, mountain biking, and hiking. The Secesh River Trail #080 and Loon Lake Trail #081 depart directly from the campground and form part of the popular Loon Lake Loop. The historic town of Warren and Burgdorf Hot Springs are within easy driving distance.
Directions
From McCall, follow the Warren Wagon Road (Forest Road 21) north for 36 miles. Turn right at the Chinook Campground sign and follow Forest Road #378 for one mile to the campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Payette NF Chinook Campground |
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