Camp Creek BLM Camping, near Salmon, Idaho, is a fantastic spot for those who crave a bit of solitude and stunning natural beauty. This area offers a few private sites right by the river, perfect for swimming and relaxing while soaking in the views.

The camping experience here is pretty rustic, with no amenities like drinking water or toilets, so be sure to bring everything you need. Visitors have enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper noting, “We were the only ones there,” which adds to the charm of this location. The stargazing is also a highlight, with clear skies providing a perfect backdrop for a night under the stars.

If you’re into fishing or just want to enjoy some time by the water, you’ll find easy access to the river. While the nearby highway can be heard, it’s not overly busy, allowing for a tranquil experience. Campers have mentioned the beauty of the surrounding mountains and the opportunity for hammocking among the trees, making it a great spot for a getaway from the hustle and bustle. 

Whether you're rolling in with a tent or a camper van, Camp Creek BLM Camping is a solid choice for those looking to escape into nature and enjoy some quality time outdoors.

Camp Creek BLM Camping

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Site: moderately clean and private. Spaced apart about 3 sites alongside the river access. Trees for hammocking and shade. Relatively even for van parking. Not buggy at all. Can see one person's cabin up the road but that's it. 360 views of mountains, placed at the bottom of a canyon.


Water: 1 minute walk to the river from all sites. No faucet for potable water, bring your own or filter from the river. 


Noise: A bit of noise from US93, not that busy of a road but close enough to hear what passes except if you're sleeping in a van, ours muted that out nicely. 


People: saw about 5 people total in an overnight stay. Nobody bugged us. Mostly just turning around. 1 camper next to us the following morning.


Activities: perfect view of the big dipper between the canyon view made for a beautiful night of star gazing by the fire ring. Plenty of fishing access and space to walk around the river. Beautiful place to adventure and be, would be a great spot for multiple nights. Space for people to bring their family or friends. Far away from cities and towns that it's not too busy. 



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Amazing drive-in BLM campsite right on the Salmon River. Primitive site; no water/bathroom. Great stargazing. 

Excellent BLM Campsite

It’s just a pull off. 
Not much for flat spots or anything else. You will need to have everything you need with you. 

Not much here

We travel in a 23 foot camper van. Plenty of room for our rig. Great views! Very little Verizon service. There are three spots to camp here. One right in the river (difficult to find a level spot on the river). We had the first pull through spot and was perfect. 

Great place to set up camp!

We were the only ones there, each spot is super private, there aren’t many spots. Ours was right on the river and we could easily go down and swim from our site. Fully dispersed no services, no cell signal (verizon). Only con is that it is close enough to hwy 93 that you can see and hear cars going by, but it’s not a super busy road. 

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