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Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground

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National Forest

Located next to the Big Creek airstrip this four unit campground offers a good staging place to access the Frank Church Wilderness of No Return. It is popular with pilots camping overnight in Big Creek. The campground is near the Big Creek Work Station. Trailhead access to the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness to the north on FR 371. Fishing in Big Creek. Facilities include an accessible toilet and drinking water. Pack in/pack out. No hook-ups.

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Location

Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground is located in Idaho

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Directions

From Yellow Pine, go 18 miles northeast on Forest Road 412, FR 340, and FR 371.Eighty-six miles northeast of McCall on Big Creek Road (#371).

Coordinates

45.12757435 N
115.32313055 W

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Features

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

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Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

Wilderness Convinience

Big Creek Canpground is small but fire rings, firewood and picnic tables are provided. Confinement area for pilots and for those wanting to hike into the FCRNRW which is 2 miles down the road. Portable water available and a CTX toilet.

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  • Review photo of Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground by Courtney R., October 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground by Courtney R., October 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground by Courtney R., October 1, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2018

4 site camp

kinda small but great place to set up a base camp for exploring the wilderness next to the camp

Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Payette National Forest Big Creek Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.