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Shadowy St. Joe Campground

Campground · National forest in Benewah County, Idaho.

14Campsites
4.6 miTo Turtle Lake

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Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Idaho Panhandle National Forests)
Campsites14
Site types13 standard, electric, 1 shelter electric
RVs welcomeYes
Dogs allowedYes
Fees<p>Campers utilizing the boat launch will have to pay an additional $5 boat launch fee.</p>
Phone(208) 245-2531
Address222 S. 7th Street, Suite 1 St. Maries, ID 83861
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Shadowy St. Joe Campground

The Shadowy St. Joe Campground (CG) is located 10.6 miles from St. Maries Idaho up the St. Joe River on Forest Highway 50. It is at 2100 feet elevation and on a slack water section of the river. The campground includes convenient paved roadways and camping spurs, 13 camping units and one host site. During peak season, 7 sites will be available for reservations. Recreation The docks and boat ramp at Shadowy St. Joe CG allows for river access, fishing and swimming. Motorized boats can continue up the river to St. Joe City. The grassy landscape allows for relaxation in a peaceful setting. Facilities Day and overnight use.

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

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Shadowy St. Joe Campground is in Benewah County.

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