Porcupine
Currently closed for the reservation season. Typically opens late May and operates through early September. During the off-season, the campground remains open for first-come, first-served primitive camping with no fee, water, or restroom facilities.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:43PM MDT until July 22 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of eastern and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in eastern Idaho, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In southeast Idaho, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region and Marsh and Arbon Highlands. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An abnormally moist airmass will overspread eastern Idaho later tonight and continue into the day tomorrow. Thunderstorms are expected to be efficient rainfall producers and flash flooding will be possible across the watch area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Porcupine Campground is nestled in a scenic canyon within the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, situated along the banks of St. Charles Creek. The campground provides a mix of partial shade from pines and aspens, with summer wildflowers dotting the landscape. At 6,300 feet elevation, temperatures remain comfortable during the summer season. The campground offers six single-family sites and one group site that accommodates up to 20 people. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets and potable water available during the operating season. Paved roads lead to and within the campground, and sites can accommodate trailers and RVs up to 32 feet. Recreational opportunities abound in the area. The North Fork Trail provides access to the Highline Trail, a 55-mile National Recreation Trail along the Wasatch Mountains open to hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and motorcyclists. St. Charles Creek offers excellent fishing, and Minnetonka Cave, one of only two developed caves in the Forest Service, is just 2 miles away with guided tours available from early June through Labor Day.
Directions
From U.S. Highway 89 at the north end of St. Charles, Idaho, turn west onto St. Charles Canyon Road (Forest Road 412). Follow for approximately 7 miles to the campground on the left side of the road.
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 | $34 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| info@sceniccanyons.com | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 351-1182 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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