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Boundary Creek Campground

Boundary Creek Campground is located near Challis, Idaho, within the Salmon-Challis National Forest. The area features forested terrain with nearby rivers and streams. Campers can explore the nearby Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and enjoy temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer.

Description

National Forest

Salmon-Challis National Forest

Overview

Boundary Creek Campground is located at the edge of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, adjacent to the boat launch for the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho. The site generally provides overnight camping for boaters waiting to launch the next day on their permit to float the Middle Fork. Of the 15 campsites, 5 can be reserved during the high-use season (June 15-Aug. 15); the remaining 10 are first-come, first-served. Outside of those dates, all 15 sites are first-come, first-served.

Recreation

Boundary Creek Campground is a popular spot for boaters running the Middle Fork of the Salmon. A nearby transfer camp provides long-term parking and trail access into the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, fishing and viewing wildlife.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 6,280 feet, the campground is situated among lodgepole pine trees, near the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Salmon River. The air is crisp and fresh, even in the heart of summer, due to it's high elevation.

Nearby Attractions

The Middle Fork of the Salmon River flows over 100 miles through the heart of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, and originates 20 miles northwest of Stanley, Idaho, at the confluence of Bear Valley and Marsh Creeks. Float permits are required year round. It was one of the original eight rivers in the nation designated as Wild and Scenic on October 2, 1968.

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Location

Boundary Creek Campground is located in Idaho

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Directions

Boundary Creek is accessed by a dirt road from Idaho State Highway 21, and is often closed by snowdrifts until late May or early June. The turnoff to Boundary Creek is located 23 miles west of Stanley, Idaho, or 107 miles east of Boise between mileposts 109 and 110 on SH21. This road is commonly referred to as the Bear Valley Road, #579, which is rough and narrow. Travel this road for approx. 13 miles, then turn onto the Boundary Creek Road, #568, and travel another 13 miles. Your vehicle and/or trailer should be prepared for 26 miles of rough, busy, single-lane dirt road.

Address

311 N US Highway 93
Challis, ID 83226

Coordinates

44.5313889 N
115.2930556 W

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  • Picnic Table
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Reviewed May. 26, 2018

This is the main jump off campground for trips launching on the Middle Fork

This Campground is BUSY once the float season begins! Most Middle Fork Of the Salmon River trips camp overnight here before their launches. It can be filled with excited and noisy folks who are celebrating their good fortune in being awarded a permit!

in the fall, after the float season slows down this is a great campground with lots of hikes and fishing close by.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Boundary Creek Campground?

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

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Boundary Creek Campground?

    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 Boundary Creek Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Boundary Creek Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Boundary Creek Campground?

    There are 5 campsites at Boundary Creek Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts