Mink Creek Group Site Campground
Open late May through early September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. The site operates as a reservation-only group campground. Check-in is 2:00 PM and check-out is noon. Firewood is not provided and gathering on-site is prohibited.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:27PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized amounts closer to 3 inches possible in spots. * 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...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
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.
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
Mink Creek Group Site Campground is located 12 miles south of Pocatello, Idaho, in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The campground sits at 5,159 feet elevation along Mink Creek in the scenic Bannock Mountain Range, with ponderosa pines providing partial shade and aspens dotting the surrounding mountainsides. The single group site accommodates up to 200 people and includes a 40x80-foot pavilion with a concrete base, two electrical outlets, and night lighting. Twelve large picnic tables, two serving tables, and a large fire ring round out the facilities. The paved parking area and accessible vault toilets make this site suitable for larger gatherings. The West Fork Mink Creek Trail begins just outside the campground and is popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Cherry Springs Nature Area is nearby with fishing, paved nature trails, and picnic facilities. The Mink Creek area is known for excellent birding, with species including Western Scrub-Jay, Mountain Bluebird, and Calliope Hummingbird.
Directions
From Pocatello, ID head southeast on Bannock Highway for approximately 3.7 miles. Continue onto North Mink Creek Road for 5.8 miles to the campground.
Location
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 | $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 757-3999 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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