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Elk Creek Campground

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

13Campsites
1.1 miTo Elk Creek Reservoir
40 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUnited States Forest Service
Campsites13
Site types13 standard, electric
Longest RV/trailer site40 ft
Electric hookupsYes
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
ToiletsYes
FeeYes
Phone(208) 875-1131
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/r01/nezperce-clearwater/recreation/elk-creek
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Elk Creek Campground

Elk Creek Campground offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and ancient foliage, the campground provides a great place to stay in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby. Recreation Elk Creek and nearby Elk River Reservoir provide visitors with opportunities for fishing and other water-related recreation. Cutthroat and rainbow trout, chinook salmon and steelhead swim in the clear waters. Fishing or hunting are popular activities in the rugged and primitive landscape.

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

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Elk Creek Campground is in Clearwater 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.