Accessible via forest roads, Cougar Point operates as a US Forest Service campground within Salmon National Forest from June through October. The established site allows pets and provides basic camping infrastructure in the Idaho backcountry. Forest Service management typically includes vault toilets and fire rings at developed sites, though specific amenity details require verification upon arrival.
Located roughly 9 miles from the nearest services, campers should plan for self-sufficient stays and bring necessary supplies. The seasonal operation aligns with snow-free months in this elevation zone. Nearby Williams Lake Campground sits about 5 miles southeast for those comparing forest camping options in the region.
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Location
Public CampgroundCougar Point is located in Idaho
Directions
From Salmon, ID, take US Rt. 93 south 4.7 miles to "Williams Lk" sign. Turn rignt at sign and go 0.7 miles to another Williams Lake sign. Turn left after sign and go 1.6 miles to still another Williams Lake sign. At this sign, continue straight through the intersection and go 8 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
Coordinates
45.08300051 N
114.05300082 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Pets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 57 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 13 min from Missoula, MT
- 3 hrs 57 min from Helena, MT
- 5 hrs 27 min from Boise, ID
