Yellowjacket Lake Campground
Closed for the season. Typically opens July 1, weather and road conditions permitting. First-come, first-served; no 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.
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
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About
Yellowjacket Lake Campground is a remote, primitive campground situated at 8,000 feet elevation on the shores of Yellowjacket Lake in Idaho's Salmon-Challis National Forest. The campground sits near the border of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, the largest contiguous wilderness area in the lower 48 states. Sugarloaf Rock provides a stunning geological backdrop to the alpine lake setting. The campground offers 7 first-come, first-served campsites with no developed amenities. There are no restrooms or potable water available; campers must bring all water and pack out all waste. Carry-down access is available for non-motorized boats on the lake. Fishing is available both in Yellowjacket Lake and in nearby Yellowjacket Creek. Trails from the campground lead throughout the Yellowjacket Mountains and into the wilderness. Popular nearby destinations include Hoodoo Meadows, McEleny Peak, and Yellowjacket Creek. The access road (FR 113) is narrow with few turnouts and is not suitable for long RVs or vehicles towing trailers; travel is slow, passing is difficult, and backing may be necessary.
Directions
From Cobalt, go 9 miles south on Forest Road 055, 7 miles west on FR 112, and 16 miles north on FR 113.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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