About this campground
The site is located on the Lower Salmon River. It is a frequent put-in spot for floating the Lower Salmon River via raft, kayak, or jet boat. The site is largely undeveloped and is near large, sandy beaches and has easy access to the Salmon River. BLM recreation sites also on this stretch of river are Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Slate Creek, Skookumchuck, White Bird, Hammer Creek and Pine Bar. Be sure to check those sites for more information and amenities for boat ramps or camping. For river maps, authorized outfitters and shuttle services, see the links below.
Getting there
4.8 miles east of Riggins, Idaho on Big Salmon Road
Activities
- BOATING
- CAMPING
- FISHING
- WATER SPORTS
- PADDLING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Shorts Bar Recreation SiteLower Salmon River2 mi
- Spring Bar CampgroundNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests6 mi
- Lucile Recreation SiteLower Salmon River9 mi
- Slate Creek Recreation SiteLower Salmon River16 mi
- LOOKOUT BUTTE LOOKOUTNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests19 mi
- ADAMS RANGER STATIONNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests20 mi
Chasing a California trip?
We watch every California State Park around the clock and alert you the moment a sold-out campsite opens up. Recreation.gov alerts are on the roadmap.
Browse California State Parks →Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.