Knife Edge Campground, near Kooskia, Idaho, is a cozy spot that welcomes both tent campers and RV travelers. With a laid-back vibe, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you.

The campground features spacious sites, many of which offer a nice level of privacy thanks to the trees. Visitors have noted the easy access to the Lochsa River, perfect for some riverside fun or just soaking in the views. As one camper put it, “Such a beautiful area with lots of trees and river fun at this camp.”

You won’t find fancy amenities here, but that’s part of the charm. There are picnic tables and fire rings at each site, making it easy to enjoy a meal outdoors or roast marshmallows under the stars. Keep in mind that there are no showers or drinking water available, so come prepared. 

If you’re looking to explore, the campground is right off Highway 12, making it a convenient stop for travelers. While some sites are closer to the road, the sounds of the river often drown out any highway noise. Whether you're just passing through or planning to stay a while, Knife Edge Campground offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Idaho's stunning landscape.

Located along the breathtaking Wild and Scenic Lochsa River, about fifteen minutes east of Lowell, ID, families, campers, anglers, kayakers, floaters and boaters may enjoy this five unit, two acre, free-use campground and Lochsa river/boat access site. A changing room and a single vault restroom is also provided. The Campground will accomodate 40-ft. RV's.

Knife Edge Campground

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Only 2 slots available seasonally for overnighters with 3 available for boaters, It is up against the highway with minimal sheltering from the road noise but the river is noisier, not a complaint. Site 3 is the best for overnighters with rv's or tents, site 2 is the other overnight spot but up against the hwy. The campground is sheltered with tall fir, cedar and decidiuous growth. It is not a boatramp site but rough access to the river for rafts and kayaks. There is a his/her pit toilet and his/her changing areas. Each site appears to have a good fire pit with cooking grate.

5 slot campground at river access. Take-out point for boaters.

Such beautiful area lots of trees and river fun at this camp

Another awesome camp along the lochsa

This place has huge spaces that will fit your 40 ft RV or just a small tent river access and much more

Awesome place to stop and rest on your travels on hwy 12

Stayed one night 10/13/22. Pulled in at dark, just right off of the 12 in Kooskia, ID. About 5/6 campgrounds, 2 were occupied (quiet neighbors), but with enough trees to feel there was privacy. Vault toilet and Lochsa river access(rock bar), no garbage services this time of year. Saw a black bear (juvenile) on the way in but didn’t see/hear anything else from the bear that night or the next morning. Soft ground, and flat even spaces. Fire ring and picnic table as well. Free made it the perfect price, given that a lot of the state campsites were closed (locked gate) this time. Looked as though some campsites backed to the highway, we chose a middle site and weren’t too disturbed by the highway. (Tent camped on a road trip to the Midwest) 

Beautiful spot

Situated on the Lochsa River, right off US 12, a tiny US Forest Service campground: 5 or 6 wooded sites, firerings and picnic tables at each site.  Early spring closure of all but two sites to accomodate boaters at the river access point, also part of the campground.  Pull-through site 5 provides a perfect location next to the river.  First come, first serve, and free.

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