Big Bar Camping Area

Area Status: Open

This is a large dispersed campground with no formal parking or camping units located along the Snake River in Hells Canyon. Used by both tent campers and RVs, the area offers a place to camp along the Snake River. Few amenities exist, there is one outhouse and informational sign at the pull in to the parking area. Allison Creek Trailhead is across the Hells Canyon Road with access to Allison Creek Trail (#514).

At a Glance

Fees: no fee
Usage: Light
Closest Towns: Forest Service
Water: No
Restroom: Vault Toilet (3)
Operated By: Cambridge Idaho

General Information

Directions: From Cambridge take Hwy 71 down to the Snake River, approximately 26 miles. Then continue on the Hwy 71 another 30 miles to the entrance of the dispersed area.

Recreation Map

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Activities

Dispersed Camping

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
45.1278208

  Longitude : 
-116.73857

  Elevation : 
1850