Third Creek Group Campground

Area Status: Closed

Third Creek Group Campground is located just 12 miles north and east of Malad, Idaho on the Weston highway near Deep Creek Reservoir. Third Creek Campground has 1 group area. It is near a creek and reservoir and has a pavillion. This is a good hiking spot. Contact the ranger district for reservations.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Available for special events, contact District Office at 208-236-7500.
Reservations:	This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov
Fees:	For current fees, please go to Recreation.gov
Permit Info:	Firewood Permits: Firewood permits are available to purchase from the Westside Ranger District June 1 through November 30 and allow the collection of wood that is standing dead or dead/down on the ground. Purchase is a minimum of 4 cords of wood for $25.00 with a maximum of 8 cords per household. You must have a map and brochure of the Ranger Districts you will be cutting in and the Caribou-Targhee Terms and Conditions.
Open Season:	May 26 - Sept. 9
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	ATV's or ORV's are allowed on designated trails only. No riding in campground. Vehicles and RV's must park in developed parking lot only. All equipment must stay in designated parking area. No horses in campground. All pets must be on a leash. All vehicles and RV's must park in designated parking lot only.
Closest Towns:	Malad City, ID
Water:	Potable Water
Restroom:	Vault Toilet
Passes:	Federal Passes: *America the Beautiful Pass (Annual, Senior, Access, and Military Passes) will waive fee to picnic areas and trailheads. Senior passes waive camping fees by 50% at campgrounds in the forest. Federal Recreation Passes can be purchased at any ranger district office or at Recreational Passes \| USGS Store.
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Directions: Go 3.5 miles north of Malad, Idaho. Take exit 17 (Weston Highway) off I-15, and go east on Weston highway. Stay on Weston highway for seven miles to Upper Deep Creek Reservoir. Turn left on Forest road #231. Go one mile to Third Creek Group Site Campground. Weston highway is paved and the road to the campground is a good gravel road (one mile) and easy access for motor homes.