Five Mile Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or reservations. Road access may be limited during winter due to snow. No potable water is available; campers must treat water from nearby sources and pack out all trash.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:38PM 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 for Sensitive Groups. WHERE... Clearwater and Idaho Counties outside of reservation boundar WHEN: Extended until 3:00PM 8/12/2026 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
About
Five Mile Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience in the tall timber of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. Located at 4,480 feet elevation along the Highway 14 corridor near Kamiah, Idaho, this free campground is a popular destination for families seeking accessible outdoor recreation without the crowds of more developed sites. The campground sits near Five Mile Pond, which provides opportunities for fishing and swimming, while a creek flows directly through the camping area. Easy access to Crooked River adds to the appeal for anglers. Each campsite includes a fire ring. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water on site. Campers must filter or treat water from nearby sources and pack out all trash. While officially open year-round, winter access depends on snow conditions as the road may become impassable. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations or fees required.
Directions
From State Highway 14, turn south on Crooked River Road #233 and travel approximately 10.5 miles to the campground on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Five Mile Campground Page |
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