Weitas Guard Station Camp

Open — Accessible seasonally when Forest Service Road 500/555 is open. Winter access is limited or impossible due to snow and road conditions in this high elevation remote area.

About

Weitas Guard Station Camp is located in a remote section of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests along Weitas Creek, approximately 45 miles northeast of Weippe, Idaho. The area surrounds a historic Forest Service guard station that is staffed with volunteers during part of the year. This primitive camping area serves as a basecamp for backcountry recreation along the Weitas Creek corridor. The location is accessed via Forest Service Roads 500/555, requiring high-clearance vehicles and offering a true remote camping experience. The camp sits near the confluence area of Weitas Creek and the North Fork of the Clearwater River. Trail 20 follows Weitas Creek and provides access to nearly 30 miles of backcountry terrain, with portions open to OHV use. This is a primitive camping area with no developed facilities. There are no restrooms, potable water, or other amenities available at the site. Campers should be self-sufficient and prepared for backcountry conditions. The area offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, horseback riding, mountain biking, OHV trail riding, and accessing the surrounding wilderness.

Directions

From Weippe, Idaho, travel 45 miles northeast on Forest Service Road 500/555. The site is remote and requires high-clearance vehicles. Road conditions vary seasonally.

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