Junction Creek Camp

Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground typically operates during summer months, weather and road conditions permitting.

About

Junction Creek Camp is a small, primitive campground operated by the U.S. Forest Service within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in north-central Idaho. Located in Clearwater County, this campground offers visitors a quiet, rustic camping experience surrounded by the diverse landscapes of the national forest, including dense cedar forests, rolling terrain, and nearby creek drainages. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests encompass 4 million acres of beautiful and varied land, providing excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Junction Creek Camp serves as a simple base camp for those looking to explore this remote corner of Idaho. As a primitive Forest Service campground, visitors should come prepared with all necessary supplies and be ready for basic amenities. The campground's remote location offers solitude and a true backcountry experience for those seeking to escape more developed areas.

Directions

From Durango, CO: Travel west on 25th Street (across from the fairgrounds entrance) for just over three miles to the forest boundary. Continue just over a mile to the campground entrance. The day-use area loops to the left.

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