Pittsburg Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Drinking water available April through October; campers must bring water during winter months. Fire restrictions June 1 through September 30 limit fires to charcoal in fire pans only.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:23AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Stagnation conditions will trap pollutants, leading to deteriorating air quality. * WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region, Orofino/Grangeville Region, Southern Clearwater Mountains, and Northern Clearwater Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the build up of pollutants near the surface.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Occupancy and Use of Wild and Scenic Snake River Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
Prohibitions on all National Forest System Lands with in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a 1/4 mile of the Snake River Between Hells Canyon Dam, river mile 247.5, down stream to the Oregon-Washington boarder at river mile 176.0.
Forest Order: HCNRA Fire Closure Order
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System Landswithin the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a ¼ mile of the Snake
Forest Order: Anthony Lakes Over-the-Snow and Wheeled Vehicles
Prohibitions on vehicle use off road in areas around Anthony Lakes.
Forest Order: Tri-Forest 14-Day Stay Limit
Prohibitions for camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period.
Forest Order: Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Domestic Sheep and Goats
Prohibitions on possessing, storing, or transporting any domestic sheep or goat in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.
About
Pittsburg Campground overlooks the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, providing year-round camping in one of North America's deepest river gorges. The facility offers 28 tent and trailer sites, many of which accommodate large RVs and trailers. Accessible features include paved roads, camp spurs, and designated accessible campsites and toilets. The campground serves as a base for exploring the Snake River corridor, with the Pittsburg Landing Boat Launch nearby for motorized and non-motorized boating. Anglers fish the Snake River, while history enthusiasts visit the adjacent Pittsburg Rock Art Interpretive Site featuring Native American petroglyphs and pictographs. The area is popular throughout all seasons, though access requires navigating 17.5 miles on the steep, narrow, winding Deer Creek Road from Highway 95 near White Bird. Fire restrictions apply June 1 through September 30, permitting only charcoal fires in fire pans. Drinking water is available from April to October depending on weather conditions. During winter months, campers must bring their own water. The facility charges $15 per night year-round and operates first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Directions
From White Bird, Idaho head south on Highway 95 for about 0.5 miles to Old Highway 95 at mile marker 222 (sign for Pittsburg Landing). Turn right on Old Highway 95 and travel about 1 mile to the bridge crossing the Salmon River. Turn left and cross the bridge, then immediately turn left onto Deer Creek Road (Forest Road 493). Travel 17.5 miles to the campground. The Deer Creek Road is a steep, narrow, winding gravel road requiring extreme caution for large RVs and vehicles with trailers.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 523-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Pittsburg Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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