Selway Falls Campground
Closed for the 2026 season due to fire impacts. The campground typically operates from mid-May through late October.
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
Selway Falls Campground is a remote, primitive camping destination located along Meadow Creek in Idaho's Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. The campground features 7 individual campsites and serves as a key access point for whitewater enthusiasts, with a boat put-in situated below Selway Falls. From here, paddlers can float the Wild and Scenic section of the Selway River downstream to Lowell, navigating challenging Class IV rapids. The campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets, but no potable water is available, so campers must bring an adequate supply. The facility can accommodate RVs and trailers under 30 feet in length. Access requires a scenic but lengthy drive: 24 miles east of Kooskia on US Highway 12, then approximately 20 miles southeast on Forest Road 223. The surrounding Selway River Corridor offers exceptional opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and experiencing the rugged backcountry of central Idaho. The area is known for its pristine wilderness character and challenging whitewater.
Directions
From Kooskia, go east 24 miles on US Highway 12, then southeast approximately 20 miles on Forest Road 223.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| 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 Selway Falls Campground |
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