About this campground
This site is a frequent put-in spot for floating the Lower Salmon River. The site is near large, sandy beaches and provides easy access to the Salmon River. BLM recreation sites attached to this stretch of river are Island Bar, Lucile, Old Lucile, 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
2.6 miles east of Riggins, Idaho on Big Salmon Road.
Activities
- BOATING
- CAMPING
- FISHING
- WATER SPORTS
- PADDLING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Island Bar Recreation SiteLower Salmon River2 mi
- Spring Bar CampgroundNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests8 mi
- Lucile Recreation SiteLower Salmon River9 mi
- Slate Creek Recreation SiteLower Salmon River16 mi
- ADAMS RANGER STATIONNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests21 mi
- LOOKOUT BUTTE LOOKOUTNez Perce-Clearwater National Forests21 mi
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