Are fires allowed at Big Flat?

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

Is there cell phone reception at Big Flat?

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

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Flat?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Big Flat. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Big Flat, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Big Flat?

There are 14 campsites at Big Flat and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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Big Flat

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A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.

Big Flat is located near Adams in the Payette National Forest, featuring forested terrain with open flat areas. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Payette River and opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing in the surrounding forest.

Description

US Forest Service

Payette National Forest

Overview

Big Flat Campground is closed indefinitely due to the 2024 Lava Fire. The site was burned. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.__If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

You may pass the day fishing for warmwater fish, like bass, in the river.

Facilities

__No hook-ups are available. Please Pack-It-In/Pack-It-Out. Potable water is available for cooking and drinking. The campground has handicapped accessible toilets.

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Location

Big Flat is located in Idaho

Directions

Twenty six miles south of the town of Council. From Hwy 95 turn east on Road #206 and travel approximately 16 miles to the campground entrance. Long and windy gravel road. Narrow in spots.