Garden Creek Campground

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Challis, ID · Developed

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning Remote No Cell
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Potable Water

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

43.976666, -114.066666 · Challis Field Office , Challis , ID

Description

This campground, located in an aspen grove, is along the Big Lost River and features scenic hiking and nature viewing opportunities for visitors. Travel 3.5 miles south to the border of the Challis National Forest to hike from the Deep Creek Trailhead or head about 15 miles north on ID-93 to the Whiskey Springs Wildlife Viewing Area to observe waterfowl in the Chilly Slough Wetlands Conservation Area. There are 5 first come, first served primitive campsites. This site has no potable water and limited cell service.

Directions

Located on the Big Lost River at the border of the Challis National Forest approximately 60 miles from Arco; 13.7 miles west of Highway 93 on Trail Creek Road. From Arco, go northwest 43 miles on US 93, then west 13.7 miles on Trail Creek Road.

Activities

CAMPING FISHING HIKING PHOTOGRAPHY WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

FeeCampsites are first come, first served. Camping Fee: Free, Stay Limit: 14 days.
Stay Limit14 Days
Phone208-879-6200
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessNo

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