Established Camping
Pine Bar Recreation Site
Pine Bar Recreation Site near Cottonwood, ID, is situated along the Salmon River, offering a landscape of riverbanks and forested areas. Temperatures in the area can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Nez Perce National Historical Park and Hells Canyon, both offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.
Description
This site on the Lower Salmon River is a frequent put-in spot for floating the Lower Salmon River. Visitors can camp, fish and picnic here too. Several large beaches provide perfect swimming opportunities. BLM recreation sites attached to this stretch of river are Island Bar, Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Slate Creek, Skookumchuck, White Bird, and Hammer Creek. Be sure to check those sites for more information and amenities for boat ramps or camping. For river maps, authorized outfitters and shuttle services, see the links below. https://www.blm.gov/policy Room_Idaho_Lower-Salmon-River-Guide_HammerCreek-HellerBar_1.pdf
Fee Info
Camping $7 per night per camper/$4 per additional vehicle not in tow per night. Camping only allowed at designated numbered camp sites. Federal Interagency Access Pass provides for a 50% discount off the campground fees for card holder.
Location
Pine Bar Recreation Site is located in Idaho
Directions
About 11 miles south of Cottonwood on Graves Creek Road
Coordinates
45.89097572 N
116.33259275 W
Detours Nearby
Three Rivers Resort & Campground
1 hr 59 min away
Ohara Bar Campground
2 hrs 23 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 49 min from Lewiston
- 3 hrs 35 min from Walla Walla
- 3 hrs 40 min from Coeur d'Alene
- 4 hrs 21 min from Missoula
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
