Established Camping
Slate Creek Recreation Site
Slate Creek Recreation Site near White Bird, ID, is surrounded by rugged terrain with a mix of forested areas and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Nez Perce National Historical Park and the Salmon River for outdoor activities.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
This is a small developed site with shade, boat launch, and six campsites with tables and fire rings on the Lower Salmon River. BLM recreation sites attached to this stretch of river are Island Bar, Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Skookumchuck, White Bird, Hammer Creek and Pine Bar. 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.
Fee Info
Camping $10 per night per camper/$4 per additional vehicle not in tow per night. Camping only allowed at designated camp sites. Federal Interagency Access Pass provides for a 50% discount off the campsite fees.
Location
Slate Creek Recreation Site is located in Idaho
Directions
10 miles south of Whitebird, Idaho, Highway 95
Coordinates
45.64773868 N
116.292948 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 32 min from Lewiston
- 3 hrs 15 min from Boise
- 3 hrs 18 min from Walla Walla
- 3 hrs 48 min from Missoula
