Established Camping
Big Bar Campground
Big Bar Campground near Council, Idaho, is situated in a region characterized by rugged terrain and river landscapes. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Payette National Forest and the Snake River, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
US Forest Service
Payette National Forest
This is a large dispersed campground with no formal parking or camping units located along the Snake River in Hells Canyon. Used by both tent campers and RVs the area offers a place to camp along the Snake River. Few amenities exist, there is one outhouse and informational sign at the pull in to the parking area.
Location
Big Bar Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Cambridge take Hwy 71 down to the Snake River, approximately 26 miles. Then continue on the Hwy 71 another 30 miles to the entrance of the dispersed area.
Coordinates
45.12751754 N
116.73772267 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 11 min from Boise
- 4 hrs 18 min from Lewiston
- 5 hrs 44 min from Walla Walla
- 5 hrs 50 min from Kennewick
