Indian Creek Campground
Open seasonally from late spring through fall. Closed in winter due to snow over Nez Perce Pass; the road is not plowed. First-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit. No fees or reservations.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 11:56AM 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. WHERE... Clearwater and Idaho Counties outside of reservation boundaries. WHEN: Extended until 3:00PM 8/10/2026 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
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
About
Indian Creek Campground is a small, free primitive campground tucked along the banks of the Selway River in the West Fork Ranger District of the Bitterroot National Forest. The campground consists of just 3 sites and serves as a gateway to the remote backcountry along the Magruder Corridor, one of the most isolated roads in the lower 48 states. The campground provides vault toilets and hitching rails for horse campers, making it a suitable base for equestrian users exploring the surrounding wilderness. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. Garbage service is not provided; pack out all trash. Campfires are permitted subject to seasonal fire restrictions. Weed-free forage is required for all livestock. Access is via the Nez Perce Road (Forest Road 468) which becomes the Magruder Corridor, a rugged single-lane road. The route is approximately 39 miles from West Fork Road and is not plowed in winter. Snow over Nez Perce Pass typically closes access from late fall through late spring. A food storage order is in effect throughout the Bitterroot National Forest.
Directions
From Darby, MT travel south 4.3 miles on Highway 93, turn south on the West Fork Road and proceed for approximately 14.3 miles. Turn west (right) on Forest Road 468 (Nez Perce Road) and travel approximately 33 miles (road becomes the Magruder Corridor), then continue on Forest Road 6223 for about 6 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 821-3269 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Indian Creek Campground |
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