Fish Creek Pavilion

Closed — Closed for the season. Water is typically available from June 15 to September 15. Reservable during operating season via Recreation.gov.

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Winter Weather Advisory issued February 8 at 5:24PM MST until February 9 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT

February 8th, 4:24 PM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. There is a likelihood of moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Elk City and Dixie. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute, especially over higher passes.

About

Fish Creek Pavilion is a day-use picnic area located adjacent to Fish Creek Campground in the Salmon River/Highway 95 Corridor of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. The accessible pavilion sits in a meadow surrounded by conifers and can accommodate up to 75 people, making it ideal for group gatherings. The facility includes eight picnic tables under the covered pavilion, two barbecue grills, electricity, and lights. A short paved path provides access to additional picnic tables and a campfire circle with benches. The pavilion serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding recreation opportunities. The Fish Creek Cross Country Trail, a 7-mile multi-use loop, begins within the adjacent campground and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Additional hiking trails are also available in the area. The landscape here varies from the emerald Salmon River pouring through steep canyons to forested meadows, reflecting the dramatic elevational differences that support diverse vegetation from cedar groves to desert ecosystems. While the pavilion itself is day-use only, overnight visitors can stay at the adjacent Fish Creek Campground, which offers first-come, first-served sites, or reserve the Fish Creek Group Site located about 2 miles away. Grangeville, the nearest town approximately 7 miles north, provides camping supplies and additional services.

Directions

From Grangeville, head south on Grangeville-Salmon Road for approximately 7 miles to the Fish Creek Meadows area. Turn right onto Forest Road 4600. The entrance to Fish Creek Pavilion is located 300 feet ahead on the left.