Willow Creek Campground
Open — Open year-round. Fees of $6 per night are charged mid-May through October 31. Free camping November through mid-May, though services may be limited during winter months.
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.
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This over covers occupancy and use requirements of the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Occupancy and Use
This covers occupancy and use requirements, including stay limits, for the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Willow Creek Campground is a small, peaceful 6-unit campground located in the Sawtooth National Forest near the town of Featherville, Idaho. Renovated in 2021 with a new vault toilet, updated site furniture, and improved campground layout, this primitive site offers a quiet base for exploring the surrounding national forest. The campground provides basic amenities including picnic tables and fire rings at each site, along with a vault toilet. No potable water is available on-site, so visitors must bring adequate drinking water. At $6 per night during peak season (mid-May through October), it's an affordable option for those seeking a rustic camping experience. Off-season camping from November through mid-May is free but services may be limited. Located along Forest Road 008 near the South Fork of the Boise River, the campground provides easy access to fishing, horseback riding, OHV trail riding including the nearby Willow Creek Trail, and backcountry hiking. The area offers opportunities for day hikes and is near natural hot springs. All pets must be leashed, and campfires must be attended at all times.
Directions
From Highway 20, travel north on Forest Highway 61 (Pine-Featherville Road) approximately 30 miles to the town of Featherville. From there, travel east on Forest Road 227 approximately 7 miles, then turn on Forest Road 008 and travel north approximately 1/4 mile to Willow Creek Campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 - $6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 764-3202 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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