Twin Creek Campground Group Camping Site
TWIN CREEK CAMPGROUND GROUP CAMPING SITE
Part of Salmon-Challis National Forest
Overview
Twin Creek Group Camping Site is part of the larger Twin Creek Campground. This beautiful campsite is located 15 miles north of North Fork, Idaho, and is situated along Twin Creek at an elevation of 5,100 feet.Facilities
Twin Creek Campground Group Camping Site has numerous amenities including a large parking area (for multiple vehicles and or trailers), a double vault toilet, drinking water, four picnic tables (two of which are extra-long), a large fire ring, multiple barbeque pedestals, a large barbeque pit, a historic pavilion with a picnic table and benches, and two horseshoe pits. Electricity and water/sewer hookups are not available at this site/campground.Natural Features
Twin Creek Campground Group Camping Site is located in the Twin Creek drainage near its confluence with the North Fork of the Salmon River. Large pine trees and brush surround the campsite offering plenty of shade and privacy.Recreation
The recreational opportunities are abundant in this corner of the Salmon-Challis National Forest. There are fishing opportunities in the North Fork of the Salmon River and in Twin Creek. For the hikers, there are numerous trails in the area but trails #6108 and #6109 are located just behind the campground (pick up a visitor map or contact the North Fork District Office for more information). During certain parts of the year berry picking can be excellent around the campground.Nearby Attractions
While you are in the area be sure to check out the beautiful Salmon River, located 15 south of the campsite. Also, brush up on some history and imagine you are Lewis and Clark as you travel along Highway 93, which contains portions of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.Important Notices
- Reservations are available from May 15th through Labor Day. Camping outside of this date range is first-come, first-served with the fee still required (pay onsite).
- When making reservations during the shoulder season (March-April and October-November) please contact the North Fork Ranger District Office at (208) 865-2700 for the most up to date information on snow/availability of drinking water.
- Check-in time is 2:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
- The Group site has a maximum capacity of 35 individuals
- No electric, water or sewer hookups at this site/campground.
- No livestock allowed in the campground.
- Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility.
- For more information on the Salmon-Challis National Forest visit, http://www.fs.usda.gov/scnf.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Available Activities
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
Twin Creek Campground Group Camping Site can be accessed from two directions on Highway 93. From North Fork, Idaho, travel 15 miles north on US 93, turn left on Forest Road 156 and travel an additional .5 miles. Turn left into the Group Camping Site. From the top of Lost Trail Pass travel 8.5 miles south on US 93, turn right on Forest Road 156, travel an additional .5 miles and turn left into the Group Camping Site.
Contact Information
Phone: (208)-756-5209
11 Casey RoadNorth Fork, ID 83466
