Hawley Creek, Upper Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically opens May 15 and operates through fall. Winter access is limited due to snow and road conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 8 at 12:48PM MST until February 9 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected above 6000 feet. There is a chance of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Lemhi Pass, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, and Bannock Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM MST 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
Hawley Creek Upper Campground sits in the Leadore region of the Salmon-Challis National Forest, offering a quiet backcountry experience with no fees. The campground features 6 rustic campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets are available on-site. Water availability is seasonal and may not be operational during all open periods. The campground serves as a base for fishing Hawley Creek and the nearby reservoir, as well as accessing the challenging Hawley Creek Trail. This steep trail climbs over 1,000 feet in less than 2 miles before connecting with a spur to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The upper portions of the trail open into scenic grasslands. ATVs and motorcycles are permitted on the trail but not off-trail. Visitors must pack out all trash as no services are provided.
Directions
From Leadore, drive 1.25 miles east on Highway 29, turn right onto a county dirt road and continue 6 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 275. Follow FSR 275 east for 4.5 miles up Hawley Creek to the campground on the right.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Hawley Creek, Lower Campground 0.6mi
- Reservoir Creek Campground 1.2mi
- Meadow Lake Campground 18mi
- TIMBER CREEK RESERVOIR LOWER CAMPGROUND 15mi
- TIMBER CREEK RESERVOIR UPPER CAMPGROUND 16mi
- Mill Creek Trailhead 23mi
- Timber Creek Campground 22mi
- Horse Prairie Cabin 25mi
- Sacajawea Memorial Picnic Area 24mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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