Spring Creek Campground

4.4·19 reviews
·Payette National Forest

Overview

Spring Creek Campground is located along the peaceful Spring Creek in the Hitt Mountains of western Idaho. Visitors enjoy relaxing along the gentle creek, fishing and exploring local trails.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 2:15 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 2:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (12 of 13 campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

Natural Features

Campsite in Spring Creek Campground surrounded by Ponderosa Pine trees. - Credits: FS
View of Sleeping Springs Trail beginning in the Spring Creek Campground. - Credits: FS
Campsites in Spring Creek Campground surrounded by Ponderosa Pine trees. - Credits: FS
Accessible restroom near site 14. - Credits: FS
The campground is situated beneath tall ponderosa pine and fir trees at an elevation of 4,750 feet. Summer temperatures are hot during the day, but the surrounding trees provide ample shade.The Payette National Forest encompasses some of Idaho's most beautiful and diverse country. Located in west-central Idaho north of Boise, the 2.3 million-acre forest extends 100 miles west to east from Hells Canyon to the Middle Fork Salmon River, and 70 miles north to south from the Salmon River to the Weiser River.

Recreation

Spring Creek Campground Site 12 - Credits: FS
Several miles of hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the area.The Sturgill Peak Trail climbs to a 7,289-foot summit and an active fire lookout built in 1934. Hikers are rewarded with views of the surrounding Hitt Range and the Wallowa Mountains to the west.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 32ft

  • tent-Up to 32ft

  • trailer-Up to 32ft

Nearby Attractions

Mann Creek Reservoir is about 15 miles from the campground, offering boating and fishing opportunities.

Additional Information