Public Campground
Monte Cristo Camping Area
Monte Cristo Camping Area is located near rugged terrain in Idaho, featuring forests and mountains. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Salmon River and the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
Monte Cristo has one developed campsite located along Loon Creek near the Loon Creek Guardstation. Surrounded by the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area. A picnic table and a firepit is in the campsite, with a pit toilet available adjacent to the site.
Detours Nearby

Blind Creek Campground
1 hr 36 min away

Nip and Tuck Rd - Dispersed Camping
1 hr 58 min away
Drive Time
- 4 hrs 16 min from Boise, ID
- 4 hrs 34 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 4 hrs 49 min from Pocatello, ID
- 5 hrs 26 min from Twin Falls, ID
Location
Monte Cristo Camping Area is located in Idaho
Directions
Location: From Sunbeam, head north 23 miles on Forest Road 112 and FR 007. High clearance vehicles are recommended for FR 007.
Coordinates
44.54218595 N
114.830208 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites

