Established Camping
Flint Creek Trailhead
Flint Creek Trailhead in Idaho offers a camping experience surrounded by forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests and enjoy activities like hiking and wildlife viewing.
Description
Flint Creek trailhead (designated as "American River" campground on the Forest Map) offers camp pads, a stock loading ramp, fire rings, hitching rails, meat pole and toilet. Flint Creek flows by the campsite. It serves as the trailhead for Flint Creek Trail #510.
Location
Flint Creek Trailhead is located in Idaho
Directions
From Hwy. 14 in Elk City, turn north on American River Road in the center of town. Go past the school and the Elk City Ranger Station on the right. Continue on American River Road to the campground. 6.6 miles north of Elk City, via County Road #1859 or American River-Selway Road #443.
Coordinates
45.90500058 N
115.42720036 W
Detours Nearby
Ohara Bar Campground
1 hr 52 min away
Three Rivers Resort & Campground
2 hrs 16 min away
Drive Time
- 4 hrs from Lewiston
- 4 hrs 38 min from Missoula
- 5 hrs 47 min from Walla Walla
- 5 hrs 51 min from Coeur d'Alene
Access
Connectivity
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- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
