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Bighorn Crags Campground

Bighorn Crags Campground, near Salmon, Idaho, is surrounded by rugged terrain with rocky outcrops and dense forests. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and enjoy hiking trails and scenic views.

Description

US Forest Service

Salmon National Forest

14 campsites with picnic tables and fire grates near the main trailhead for the Bighorn Crags in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Separate area for horse camping with corrals and water troughs. Campground has piped drinking water, vault toilets but no garbage collection services on site. This is an area of rugged mountains, lakes, and hoodoos. Trails climb up into a highly popular region of the wilderness, winding past numerous lakes and fascinating geologic formations.

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Location

Bighorn Crags Campground is located in Idaho

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Directions

From North Fork, go 24 miles west on The Salmon river road (Forest Road 030), turn left at the confluence with Panther creek and travel approximately 28 miles south on FR 055. Turn at Forney townsite and travel approximately 22 miles northwest on Forest Roads 112 and 113. The route to the campground is on rough, steep dirt roads, and should be negotiated with care. Not recommended for RVs or cars with trailers. Check for travel conditions before you leave.

Coordinates

45.10337231 N
114.52674528 W

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