Willow Creek North Campground
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates May 15 through October 31. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. No potable water available. Stock loading facilities are under renovation.
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.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
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.
Fox Creek Temporary Trail & Trailhead Closures
Implementation of the Fox Creek Bridge Replacement Project will require intermittent, temporary trail and trailhead closures. Unscheduled closures may be necessary, but here are some target dates for visitors to keep in mind when planning activities in the area:May 11-14, 2026: Trailhead will be…
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 order covers occupancy and use requirements for 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.
About
Willow Creek Transfer Camp is a primitive equestrian-focused campground located in the Sawtooth National Forest near Featherville, Idaho. The facility features 4 large camping units ideal for groups with stock animals. Each site includes picnic tables, utility tables, and fire rings. Stock facilities include corrals with hay racks and a barrier-free ADA loading ramp, though the stock loading facilities are currently under renovation. The campground provides direct access to Willow Creek Trail No. 019, which is part of the Idaho Centennial Trail system. This single-track trail accommodates hikers, horseback riders, bicyclists, and motorcycles, but ATVs and UTVs are not permitted. A vault toilet is available on-site, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. The campground operates from May 15 through October 31 and is free to use, with an optional donation tube available. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations accepted. All sites feature ADA accessible furniture, though the ground surface is uneven native material. The access road is paved until the forest boundary, after which it becomes a maintained dirt road.
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 1.5 miles to Willow Creek Transfer Camp. Pavement ends at the forest boundary.
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 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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