Where Highway 11 cuts through the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Porters Camp provides free camping in a large timbered area. The site sits among mature trees that create shaded spots throughout the camping area. Access requires driving in, and campers can bring pets and alcohol while enjoying campfires.
One reviewer notes the campground tends to stay busy, though it offers a good spot when empty. However, conflicting information exists about public access, with a 2023 visitor reporting difficulty locating the camp and hearing from locals that Potlatch owns the area. Campers should verify current access status before making the drive to this forest location near places to camp around Weippe.
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Location
Private CampgroundPorters Camp is located in Idaho
Coordinates
46.50134947 N
115.80282282 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 26 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 7 min from Spokane, WA
- 3 hrs 15 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 3 hrs 52 min from Missoula, MT
