SOUTH FORK SALMON RIVER CAMPGROUND
The campground operates mid-May through mid-September. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. A seasonal road weight restriction (over 10,000 lbs steering axle) applies on South Fork Salmon Road from March 15 through June 1 annually.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 11 at 1:27PM MDT until August 14 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
...MONSOON MOISTURE WILL BRING SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS THURSDAY... A push of monsoon moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms to the region Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Lingering dry surface air will limit the rainfall amounts on Thursday, increasing concern for lightning ignitions. The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. * AFFECTED AREA...In Idaho, Fire Weather Zones 400 Northern Boise BLM, 401 Western Payette National Forest, 402 Eastern Payette National Forest, 403 Northern Boise National Forest, 420 Treasure Valley BLM, 421 Southern Boise/Western Sawtooth NF, including the Camas Prairie, 423 Owyhee Mountains, 424 Western Twin Falls BLM and 426 Southern Highlands. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zones 672 Southern Grasslands, 673 Central Canyonlands and 674 Northwestern Vale BLM. * TIMING...From Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered coverage with abundant lightning. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty erratic winds up to 40 mph. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 8:40PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette,and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT WEDNESDAY. * IMPACTS...Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 10:29AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. * WHERE...Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON. * IMPACTS...Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
About
South Fork Salmon River Campground is a peaceful 11-site campground managed by the Cascade Ranger District in the Boise National Forest. The sites are nestled under a canopy of old-growth ponderosa pine, providing partial shade throughout the day. Chipmunk Creek flows alongside the campground, adding to the backcountry atmosphere. The campground provides vault toilets and potable water. Sites are available first-come, first-served at $15 per night; fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance. Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash. Warm Lake lies a short distance away, offering fishing for kokanee and several trout species including rainbow, brook, lake, and bull trout. The South Fork Salmon River is renowned for salmon, steelhead, whitefish, bull trout, and cutthroat trout. In September, the nearby fish viewing site features a bridge-walkway where visitors can observe chinook salmon that have traveled 700 miles from the Pacific Ocean to spawn. The surrounding area provides excellent hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, OHV trails, and hunting. Wildlife in the area includes bears, deer, elk, fox, grouse, eagles, and osprey.
Directions
From Boise, travel approximately 80 miles north on State Highway 55 to Cascade. From Cascade, go 1 mile north on Highway 55 to the Forest Highway 22 (Warm Lake Highway) turnoff. Turn east and travel approximately 24 miles to the intersection of Forest Service Roads 579 and 474. Turn right on Forest Service Road 474 to access the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 373-4100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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