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Hammer Creek Recreation Site

Hammer Creek Recreation Site, near White Bird, Idaho, is a convenient camping destination that caters to both tent and RV campers. With easy access right off US 95, it’s a practical choice for those looking to set up camp without the hassle of navigating rough roads.

This site offers spacious spots, though they can be a bit close together. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, including flush toilets and picnic tables, making it a comfortable place to unwind after a day of exploring. As one camper noted, “Super clean FLUSH toilets yay!”

The campground is popular among anglers, especially during salmon and steelhead seasons, and it features a boat launch for those looking to hit the water. While some campers mentioned the lack of shade, the nearby river provides a lovely spot to relax, and families have enjoyed spending time by the water with their pets.

Whether you’re fishing, relaxing by the river, or just enjoying the outdoors, Hammer Creek Recreation Site is a great base for your adventures in Idaho.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Hammer Creek Recreation site is a popular put-in spot for boating the Lower Salmon River via raft, kayak, jet boat or power boat. It has 12 campsites along the Lower Salmon River surrounded by semi-arid mountain peaks. Amenities include drinking water, restrooms and a RV dump station. Other BLM recreation sites along this stretch of river are Island Bar, Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Slate Creek, Skookumchuck, White Bird, Hammer Creek and Pine Bar. Be sure to check those sites for more information and amenities for boat ramps or camping.

Fee Info

Camping is $10 per night per camper, plus $4 per additional vehicle not in tow per night. Camping only allowed at designated numbered campsites. Federal Interagency Access Pass provides for a 50% discount off of the campsite fee.

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Location

Hammer Creek Recreation Site is located in Idaho

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Directions

Approximately 2.7 miles from Highway 95, near the town of White Bird.

Coordinates

45.76504643 N
116.32537228 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups

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Reviewed Jun. 19, 2022

Great spot for a night stop

The locals at Pine Ridge recommended me this spot. I was planning to camp in the Lost Valley Reservoir, but it had been raining the whole day, and the road up to the campsite was muddy. This campsite was a great alternative (no dirt road, woohoo!). Spots are big (although pretty close to each other), and there isn't a lot of shade.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Hammer Creek Recreation Site by Albert V., June 19, 2022
  • Review photo of Hammer Creek Recreation Site by Albert V., June 19, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 9, 2018

A nice surprise!

When we first got here we weren’t sure but it turned out to be quite nice! It’s small and the sites are semi close together but most people were there to fish and were gone early in the morning for the day. Big trees provided nice shade. Picnic tables and fire pits. Super clean FLUSH toilets yay! We walked down to the river and hung out, brought our chairs and some wine. The river was nice and our toddler liked playing in the small amount of sand there was. We had our dog too. $10 per night.

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  • Review photo of Hammer Creek Recreation Site by Laura C., June 9, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Hammer Creek Recreation Site have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Hammer Creek Recreation Site has sewer hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Hammer Creek Recreation Site?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Hammer Creek Recreation Site, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Hammer Creek Recreation Site have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Hammer Creek Recreation Site does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Hammer Creek Recreation Site?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is available.