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Open with no current alerts. First-come, first-served with no fees. Access may be limited seasonally by snow on American River Road.

About

Flint Creek Trailhead (designated as "American River" campground on the Forest Map) is a primitive backcountry camping area in Idaho's Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. Situated at 4,240 feet elevation along Flint Creek, the site is primarily designed for equestrian users accessing Flint Creek Trail #510 and the surrounding backcountry. The trailhead offers basic amenities including camp pads, fire rings, a vault toilet, hitching rails, a stock loading ramp, and a meat pole for hunters. Flint Creek runs adjacent to the campsite, providing water that must be filtered or treated before drinking. There is no potable water on site. This trail sees most of its use from horseback riders during big game hunting season. Trout fishing opportunities exist in the narrow meadows 1-2 miles upstream from the campsite. The site operates first-come, first-served with no fees or reservations required.

Directions

From Highway 14 in Elk City, turn north on American River Road in the center of town. Go past the school and the Elk City Ranger Station on the right. Continue on American River Road 6.6 miles to the campground.

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 No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 935-2513

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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