Accessible via forest roads in the Payette National Forest, Shiefer Campground sits near river access in Warren, Idaho. The US Forest Service manages this established campground, which provides a base for exploring the surrounding national forest terrain.
Forest Service campgrounds in this region typically offer basic amenities and vault toilets. The riverside location gives campers direct access to water activities. For those wanting more developed facilities, Mackay Bar Campground provides an alternative about 11 miles north.
Description
Shiefer Campground is an undeveloped site on the Salmon River with views of the South Fork canyon country all around. Elevation 3050 feet. Trails lead along the river into the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. A shorter trail leads to Pilot Peak lookout. Please pack out your trash. This campground takes several hours to reach by car from McCall and is not serviced on a regular basis.
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Map & DirectionsShiefer is located in Idaho near Warren
Directions
From McCall, go north on Warren Wagon Road (Forest Road #21), then east on Forest Road #340. You will travel through the towns of Secesh and Warren, Idaho. Warren is a great place to stop and see historic mining houses and sites. Plan on 2-3 hours to get to Shiefer Campground from McCall.
Coordinates
45.23700095 N
115.53300018 W
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Access
Site Types
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Features
Drive Time
- 5 hrs 52 min from Boise, ID
- 5 hrs 59 min from Lewiston, ID
- 7 hrs 46 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 8 hrs 16 min from Missoula, MT
