TIMBER CREEK RESERVOIR UPPER CAMPGROUND
The campground typically operates from late May through September, weather permitting. First-come, first-served only. No current alerts.
Red Flag Warning issued August 9 at 9:37PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM MDT Monday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 475 and 476. * WIND...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...Wind reaching these speeds and humidity drier than 15 percent can result in rapid fire spread and extreme wildfire intensity.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 1:30PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
AQAMSO * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Moderate * WHERE...Lemhi County * WHEN...Until 3pm MDT 8/10/2026 * IMPACTS...Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
About
Timber Creek Reservoir Upper Campground sits at approximately 7,000 feet elevation in Idaho's remote Lemhi Range, offering a quiet backcountry camping experience in the Salmon-Challis National Forest. The campground features 6 sites, each with a picnic table and fire ring, spread along the upper end of Timber Creek Reservoir. A vault toilet serves the campground, and potable water is typically available during the operating season. The reservoir and nearby Hawley Creek provide good fishing opportunities. The area is popular with anglers and those seeking solitude away from more developed campgrounds. A lower campground with 4 additional sites is also located at the reservoir. Access requires navigating a series of forest roads from US-93, making this a destination best suited for those comfortable with remote, minimally developed camping. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available.
Directions
From Mackay, take US Highway 93 south 7 miles to Pass Creek Road. Turn left and follow Pass Creek Road 28 miles to Little Lost/Pahsimeroi Road. Turn left, then in 0.2 miles turn right on Sawmill Canyon Road. Follow to Timber Creek Road, turn left, then turn left again on Timber Creek Campground Road to 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 | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 768-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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