Rackcliff Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Fee collection runs May 12 through September 30 at $8 per night. First-come, first-served only. Off-season camping is permitted but services are not provided and road access may be limited by snow.
About
Rackliff Campground offers a secluded camping experience along the Selway River within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. This small campground features 6 sites nestled in the forested river corridor, providing excellent access for anglers pursuing brook and rainbow trout in the Selway. A vault toilet serves the campground, though campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on site. The campground serves as a trailhead for outdoor recreation, with a footbridge crossing Rackliff Creek providing access to Rackliff Ridge Trail #702. This trail climbs north approximately 6 miles to Coolwater Mountain, making the campground an ideal base for day hikes or multi-day backpacking trips. Mountain biking opportunities exist on nearby trails. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a fee season from May 12 through September 30. Off-season camping is permitted, but services such as restroom cleaning are not provided and access may be limited due to snow on Forest Road 223.
Directions
From Kooskia, go east 22 miles on US 12, then 9 miles southeast on Forest Road 223.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Rackliff Campground Page |
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