SOUTH FORK SALMON RIVER CAMPGROUND
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates mid-May through mid-September. Available first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Atlanta Area Roads 268M & 268MX1 Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public health, safety and natural resources along two short roadways associated with the community of Atlanta's transfer station.
Granite Creek Seasonal Road Closure for Snowmobile Grooming
National Forest System Road 327 (also known as Granite Creek-Rabbit Creek Road) is closed to wheeled motorized vehicles beginning near its junction with Hwy. 21 and ending at the North Fork Boise River bridge near Deer Park.
Lava Fire Road Closure
Updated closure of National Forest System Road 625, and portions of NFSRs 653 and 624 due to safety hazards resulting from the 2024 Lava Fire. These routes are closed to motorized and mechanized travel, but open to foot and livestock use.
Public Safety Occupancy and Use on all Boise National Forest Lands
This Order applies to all National Forest System lands and roads within the Boise National Forest for purposes of public health and safety.
Flat Fire GNA Salvage Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during timber operations near the Flat Fire burn area. These will be in effect from June 20 through December 31, 2025.
Lowman Ranger District Dispersed Camping Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect undeveloped campsites along portions of Highway 21 and National Forest System Roads 582 and 524 from overuse and to let highly impacted areas to recover.
William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
South Fork Salmon Road Closure
This order prohibits motor vehicles on the South Fork Salmon River Road having more than 10,000 lbs on the steering axle and tire width less than nine inches, or more than 300 lbs per inch of tire on all axles, from March 15th through June 1st annually.
Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and natural resources.
Occupancy and Use
Details camping stay restrictions for more than 14 days during any 30-day period throughout the year.
Wilson Creek Trail System Temporary Closure to Motor Vehicle Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect big game during critical life stages.
About
South Fork Salmon River Campground is a small, peaceful USFS campground with 11 sites set in a scenic forest of old-growth ponderosa pine that provides partial shade. Located near Warm Lake in the Cascade Ranger District of Boise National Forest, the campground sits along Chipmunk Creek in an area rich with summer wildflowers and butterflies. Several campsites are positioned along the river while others are on the slope above. The campground serves as a quieter alternative to the busier Warm Lake campgrounds while still providing easy access to lake recreation including swimming at Billy Rice Swim Beach, boating, and fishing for cutthroat, rainbow, lake, and bull trout. The South Fork Salmon River offers fishing opportunities, and in September visitors can observe chinook salmon that have traveled 700 miles from the Pacific Ocean to spawn at the nearby fish viewing site. Recreation opportunities abound in the surrounding area. The WeWuKiye Trail No. 252 at nearby Shoreline Campground is popular for hiking and mountain biking. OHV enthusiasts can access Telephone Ridge Trail No. 112, which offers 20 miles of trails for all riding levels. The area supports diverse wildlife including bears, deer, elk, fox, grouse, eagles, osprey, and otters. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground has vault toilets and potable water.
Directions
From Cascade, Idaho, travel 1 mile north on State Highway 55 to Forest Highway 22 (Warm Lake Highway). Turn east and travel approximately 24 miles to the southern intersection of Forest Service Road 579 and 474. Turn right on Forest Service Road 474 to access the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 382-7400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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