A bumpy, gravelly road lasting about an hour leads into Kennally Creek, a drive-in campground set in forested terrain within Payette National Forest. Sites include picnic tables and fire pits. The creek runs alongside camp and stays shallow. Bathrooms are on-site but have no running water, and drinking water is available. Bears are known in the area. Nearby hiking loops are maintained and rated easy, making this a reasonable stop for hikers and campers who bring pet-friendly camping near Payette National Forest needs along, as pets are permitted. The campground runs from June through September, with fees up to $15 per night.
Description
Overview
Kennally Creek Campground is situated in a serene setting among mature forest along the banks of Kennally Creek. 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 ht tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Recreation
The North Fork Kennally Creek Trail #102, East Fork Kennally Creek Trail #099, and the Needles Summit Trail #101 depart immediately from the campground with additional trail access just a few miles down the road.
Facilities
Each of 11 sites include a fire ring and picnic table. A stock loading ramp and hitching rails are available at the site. Potable water is typically available June - September.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsKennally Creek is located in Idaho near Spink
Directions
Travel 10 miles south of McCall on HWY 55 and turn left (east) on Paddy Flat Road. Follow Paddy Flat Road/Forest Road #388 for 19 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
44.781743 N
115.87515 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 38 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 43 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 22 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 5 hrs 29 min from Walla Walla, WA










