Open

Open for the season, operating first-come, first-served. Peak season runs late May through early September at $15/night for single sites. After fall closure, the campground remains accessible for dry camping with no fee, but vault toilets are locked and no host is present.

Flood Watch issued October 9 at 1:15PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID

1:15 PM — October 10th, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized 3 inches possible in spots, especially in the higher terrain of the eastern highlands. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

McCoy Creek Campground occupies a scenic location at the south end of Palisades Reservoir, accessed via Forest Road 087 from Highway 26/89. The campground features 17 single-family sites with gravel surfaces, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Potable water is available via hand pump, and vault toilets are provided during peak season. A primitive boat ramp at the campground allows launching of small watercraft including rafts, kayaks, and canoes, particularly effective at higher water levels. The reservoir and McCoy Creek offer quality fishing for cutthroat trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Firewood may be available for purchase on-site. The campground has very limited shade, so campers should plan accordingly. There is no trash service; all garbage must be packed out. The campground operates first-come, first-served only with no advance reservations available through Recreation.gov.

Directions

From Alpine, WY, go 5 miles south on Hwy 26/89, then 7 miles north on Forest Road 087.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi No
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $15 - $30

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 557-5900

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

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