Elk Creek Campground
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates from May through September 15. Individual sites are available first-come-first-served when the group site is not reserved. Reservations for the group site available through Recreation.gov.
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…
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Summit Creek Fire Area Road and Trail Closure
This order covers areas closed in the interest of public safety due to the Summit Creek Fire.
Fox Creek Temporary Trail & Trailhead Closures
Implementation of the Fox Creek Bridge Replacement Project will require intermittent, temporary trail and trailhead closures. Unscheduled closures may be necessary, but here are some target dates for visitors to keep in mind when planning activities in the area:May 11-14, 2026: Trailhead will be…
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Elk Creek Campground lies just off Highway 21 in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in central Idaho. The small campground features 3 sites that can be reserved as a single group site for up to 40 people, or used individually on a first-come-first-served basis when not reserved as a group. Lodgepole pines provide partial shade, and summer wildflowers carpet the surrounding meadows. The campground is located within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, offering access to approximately 750 miles of trails crisscrossing the valley and surrounding mountains, including the Idaho Centennial Trail. Expansive Elk Meadow is nearby for wildlife watching. Numerous lakes and streams dot the area, including the Salmon River, providing excellent rainbow and native Westslope cutthroat trout fishing. Stanley and Redfish Lakes are nearby with boating, kayaking, and additional fishing opportunities. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire pits at each site. The road and parking spur are paved, with a pull-through gravel driveway. The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 40 feet.
Directions
From Stanley, Idaho, take State Highway 21 west approximately 8 miles. Turn north at milepost 123 onto Forest Road 892 and follow the road to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (877) 444-6777 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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