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Timber Creek Campground
Area Status: Closed
The Timber Creek Campground has 12 camp units in a wooded setting, with two creeks flowing on either side of it. Two faucets provide potable water in the summer months. There is also one accessible vault toilet, a horse hitch rail and unloading ramp. Nearby areas of interest include Mill Creek Lake, and Timber Creek ATV trail.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open and Close dates are approximate, based on road condition. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No reservations taken |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | $5/Night for single unit |
| Open Season: | 5/20 - 09/30 |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Howe, Arco |
| Water: | Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Passes: | The following passes are good for 50% reduction in camping fees: SENIOR PASS – Available for $80.00 Lifetime or $20.00 Annual to US Citizens 62 years and older. Must be purchased in person with proof of age such as driver’s license. ACCESS PASS – Available FREE of charge to US citizens that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability that severely limits one or more major life activities. Must be maintained in person with written proof of disability. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: From Mackay: Take US Highway 93 south of Mackay 7 miles to the Pass Creek Road. Turn left on the Pass Creek Road. Follow this road 28 miles to the Little Lost/Pahsimeroi Road. Turn left on the Little Lost/Pahsimeroi Road. Follow this road 0.2 miles to the Sawmill Canyon Road. Turn right on the Sawmill Canyon Road and follow this road to the Timber Creek Road. Turn left on the Timber Creek Road and follow this road to the Timber Creek Campground Road. Turn left on this road and follow it to the campground. From Arco: Take US Highway 20/26 south of Arco 8 miles to State Highway 22/33. Turn left on State Highway 22/33. Follow this road 16 miles to Howe. Continue straight through Howe onto the Little Lost/Pahsimeroi Road. Follow this road 37 miles to the Sawmill Canyon Road. Turn right on the Sawmill Canyon Road. Follow this road to the Timber Creek Road. Turn left on the Timber Creek Road. Follow this road to the Timber Creek Campground Road. Turn left on this road and follow it to the campground.Activities
Campground Camping
River and Stream Fishing
Horse Riding
Viewing Scenery
OHV Road Riding
Picnicking
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Fee charged for some activities: | |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | |
| Drinking water: |