Situated along the Lochsa River corridor in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Eagle Mountain Trailhead is a US Forest Service campground with one firm restriction: no pets are permitted. The site sits within places to camp around Clearwater National Forest, a stretch of Idaho backcountry where river access and trailhead proximity shape most camping decisions. No reviews are currently on file, so campers should contact the Forest Service directly for current conditions, road surface details, and available facilities before heading out. Lochsa River ID12 sits roughly a mile to the northeast for those who need a fallback option or want to compare sites in the same drainage.
Description
At mile marker 135.3 on US Hwy 12, Idaho’s Northwest Passage Scenic Byway, along the Wild and Scenic Lochsa River, a majestic wooden trail bridge forms part of the Eagle Mountain Trailhead, offering hikers, backpackers and those on horseback an opportunity to experience the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Once across the bridge (don’t forget to take some pictures!), the trail follows the river and then a ridgeline as it winds into the wilderness. Hitch rails and some parking are provided at the trailhead.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsEagle Mountain Trailhead is located in Idaho near Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Public CampgroundCoordinates
46.41688958 N
115.13333736 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 29 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 40 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 4 hrs 8 min from Spokane, WA
