Riviera Camp
Open year-round for dispersed camping. No reservations or fees required. Standard National Forest 14-day stay limit applies. Fire danger is currently low; check for seasonal fire restrictions before building campfires.
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
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.
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
Riviera Camp occupies a stretch of Forest Road 247 at mile marker 36.3 along the pristine North Fork Clearwater River in Clearwater County, Idaho. This dispersed camping area features roughly half a dozen primitive sites tucked along the riverbank, offering direct access to one of Idaho's most scenic and wild river corridors. The crystal-clear waters of the North Fork are framed by granite boulders and stands of old-growth western red cedar. The site is positioned between Ermine Creek access upstream and Quartz Creek access downstream, making it a strategic stop for multi-day float trips on this 45-mile stretch of Class III-V whitewater. A boat put-in is located approximately a quarter mile upstream, with a straightforward float to Aquarius Campground downstream. The river supports excellent fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and bull trout. As dispersed camping on National Forest land, no facilities or services are provided. Campers must bring all water, pack out all trash, and adhere to standard USFS dispersed camping regulations including the 14-day stay limit. This is remote backcountry with no services nearby.
Directions
From Orofino, Idaho, travel northeast on Highway 11 to Headquarters, then continue east on Forest Road 247 (North Fork Road) for approximately 36 miles. Riviera Camp is at mile marker 36.3, located between Ermine Creek and Quartz Creek access points along the river.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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