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Open year-round with no reservations required. Access may be limited during winter due to snow on Newsome Creek Road. Fire danger is currently low.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region

It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Northern and Intermountain Regions Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness

This order implements visitor use requirements for activities within the Restricted Area and on the Restricted Trails, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan (November 2003).

About

Oxbow Campsite is a remote, solitary camping spot nestled along Newsome Creek in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests near Elk City, Idaho. At 3,830 feet elevation, this free primitive site caters to anglers looking to fish the creek in complete solitude. The single campsite includes two camp pads and a toilet. This is a true backcountry experience with minimal amenities. There is no potable water, no picnic tables, and garbage services are not available, so visitors must pack out everything they bring in. The area east of the campsite is closed to motor vehicles year-round, though the existing road network provides excellent mountain biking opportunities. Access is via Newsome Creek Road from State Highway 14. The site is open year-round but may become inaccessible during winter months due to snow. No reservations are accepted; camping is first-come, first-served.

Directions

From State Highway 14, turn north on Newsome Creek Road No. 1858 and travel approximately 2.2 miles to the campsite.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
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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