Hawley Creek, Lower Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Newland Ranch Dump Station · 65.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 44.6677, -113.1907
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The lower campground has 4 sites and has no potable water. Fishing in Hawley Creek, and in the reservoir. The Hawley Creek Trail is less than 2 miles long, but is rather difficult, gaining over 1000 feet in elevation over the distance. Motorized vehicles (ATVs, motorcycles), are allowed on the trail, but not off trail. There is a spur trail to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The trail opens up into grasslands toward the top.
From the USFS.
Is Hawley Creek, Lower Campground free?
Yes. Hawley Creek, Lower Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Hawley Creek, Lower Campground?
From Leadore, go 0.25 mile east on ID 29, turn right onto Hawley Creek Road go 9 miles, then take a left on Forest Road 275 and go 4 miles east. Go left into the campground.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
