LEGGETT CREEK
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Access may be limited during winter due to snow. No reservations required.
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
About
Leggett Creek Campground is a rustic, no-fee campground in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, situated along Leggett Creek approximately 14 miles west of Elk City, Idaho. The campground features 5 sites with fire rings and easy access suitable for larger RVs and trailers. A single vault toilet serves the campground. The primary draw for campers is the excellent fishing access to both Leggett Creek and the nearby South Fork of the Clearwater River. Road access to lower Leggett Creek and the Reed Mountain area is available via Leggett Creek Road #649. The campground operates on a pack-it-in, pack-it-out basis with no trash receptacles or garbage services provided. The campground is open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis, though winter access may be limited by snow conditions. Campers should bring their own drinking water as no potable water is available on site.
Directions
Travel east on State Highway 14 toward Elk City. Turn north at the junction with Leggett Creek Road #649, approximately 14 miles west of Elk City. The campground is just west of Road #649.
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 | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Leggett Creek Campground |
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