Joy Creek Camp
No official information is available for this campground. Joy Creek Camp does not appear in current USFS or Recreation.gov databases for the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. The site may be unmaintained, closed, or an informal dispersed camping area.
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
Joy Creek Camp is a primitive camping area within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in Clearwater County, Idaho. Located in the rugged and heavily forested landscapes of north-central Idaho, this campground offers a remote camping experience in the national forest. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests are known for their vast wilderness areas, pristine water quality, and diverse recreational opportunities. As a primitive USFS campground, Joy Creek Camp provides basic facilities in a natural setting. The area is typical of national forest campgrounds in this region, offering access to the surrounding forest for hiking, wildlife viewing, and solitude. The campground's remote location makes it ideal for campers seeking a backcountry experience away from developed areas. Access and availability are seasonal, with winter conditions typically limiting or preventing access from late fall through spring. Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions and practice Leave No Trace principles when visiting this area.
Directions
From Pierce, Idaho, head west on Main Street, then turn left onto Joy Creek Road. Follow Joy Creek Road for approximately 5 miles to reach the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
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| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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