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Big Creek Campground
9 camp units, vault toilets, day use area, Pack it In Pack it Out waste management system. Fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
At a Glance
| Fees: | $10/ night and $5.00 for third vehicles. |
|---|---|
| Open Season: | June 19, 2020 |
| Closest Towns: | St. Maries, Idaho |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Drive 24 miles east of St. Maries, Idaho to Calder on the St. Joe River Road. Then follow County Road 5 miles east, then 3 miles north on Big Creek Road #537.
Activities
Campground Camping
Attractions include fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
| No. of Sites | Sites are available on a first come, first served basis. |
| Fire Information | There are established fire rings at each site. |
| No. of Accessible sites | 9 camp units |
RV Camping
Attractions include fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
| No. of Sites | 9 camp units |
| Reservation Info | Sites are available on a first come, first served basis. |
| Size Restrictions | Contact St. Joe Ranger District for more information. |
| Fire Information | There are established fire rings at each site. |
Group Camping
There is no established group site, but the campground layout is amenable to groups. Attractions include fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
| No. of Sites | 9 camp units |
| Reservation Info | Sites are available on a first come, first served basis. |
| Fire Information | There are established fire rings at each site. |
River and Stream Fishing
The campground provides fishing access to Big Creek and the St. Joe River
Horse Camping
There are two small corrals across the road from the campground. Horsemen are to use these corrals rather than bringing the houses into the campground. There is a stock loading ramp at the corrals and another at the end of the road, approximately 4 miles from the campground.
Big Game Hunting
Big Creek Campground is often used in the fall as a base camp for hunters.
Game Bird/Waterfowl
Grouse hunting is popular in the Big Creek area.
Viewing Wildlife
There is abundant wildlife to be seen in and around this area.
Viewing Plants
View unique and interesting vegetation in the Big Creek area.
Viewing Scenery
Located in scenic Big Creek.
Picnicking
Picnic sites are available here.
| Reservation Info | Picnic units are available on a first-come, first-served basis and there is no fee for their use. |
Swimming
Take a dip in Big Creek while camping or picnicking at Big Creek campground.
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