Accessible via forest roads, Big Creek Campground provides dispersed camping within St. Joe National Forest near Calder, Idaho. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in site, which operates without formal reservations or designated campsites. Campers select their own spots throughout the area.
The forest setting puts visitors within reach of places to camp around Calder and other campgrounds around St. Joe National Forest. Standard dispersed camping regulations apply, including pack-it-in, pack-it-out principles and fire restrictions during dry conditions.
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Map & DirectionsBig Creek Campground is located in Idaho near Calder
Coordinates
47.3481101 N
116.1234985 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 2 hrs 29 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 57 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 1 min from Missoula, MT
