St. Joe National Forest manages Big Creek Campground, a seasonal site open May through September along a creek corridor outside Saint Maries, Idaho. Note that two campgrounds share the Big Creek name in this area, including a nearby Big Creek Campground listed separately, and at least one visitor reported difficulty locating this specific site. No pets are allowed. Confirm directions with the Forest Service before heading out.
Description
Photo of Big Creek Campground9 camp units, vault toilets, day use area, Pack it In Pack it Out waste management system. Fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSaint Joe National Forest Big Creek Campground is located in Idaho near Calder
Directions
Drive 24 miles east of St. Maries, Idaho to Calder on the St. Joe River Road. Then follow County Road 5 miles east, then 3 miles north on Big Creek Road #537.
Coordinates
47.34811037 N
116.12350082 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 2 hrs 29 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 57 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 52 min from Missoula, MT


