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Chemeketan Campground

Campground · National forest in Blaine County, Idaho. Run by United States Forest Service.

1Campsites
6.6 miTo Alturas Lake
30 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUnited States Forest Service
Campsites1
Site types1 group standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site30 ft
Electric hookupsNo
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
Drinking waterNo
Wi-FiNo
Dogs allowedYes
FeeYes
Phone(208) 774-3000
Websitewww.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232028
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Chemeketan Campground

Chemeketan Campground sits near the headwaters of the Salmon River, at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Recreation This site is part of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. The Salmon River offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout, westslope cutthroat trout and occasional hybrid cutbows and bull trout. The Idaho Centennial Trail can be easily accessed nearby. Alturas, Perkins, Pettit and Yellowbelly Lakes are nearby, with fishing, canoeing and hiking. Facilities This campground is reached via dirt road, however visitors must ford a stream before reaching the site.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Chemeketan Campground is in Blaine County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.