Washington Creek Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Cedar Flats Dump Station · 42.1 mi
- Coordinates
- 46.7019, -115.5559
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Crossing the bridge over to Washington Creek Campground, visitors gain a splendid view overlooking the North Fork of the Clearwater River. This campground offers one host site and 23 campsites (including one group site). Each site contains a gravel parking pad, picnic table and fire ring, with access to 5 restrooms and 3 water spigots which are distributed around the loop for visitors’ convenience. Washington Ridge Trail departs from the campground, offering visitors quick access to higher elevation perspective. The trail is open to hikers, stock users, bicyclists and motorcycles. With river access along the full length of the campground, the area also offers ample opportunities for fishing, swimming or just dipping one’s toes in the crisp clear water.
From the USFS.
Is Washington Creek Campground free?
No. Washington Creek Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Washington Creek Campground?
From Headquarters, ID, head south on State Hwy 11 S for 3.4 miles and turn left onto Camp 57 Rd. Continue for 14.5 miles and turn left onto French Mountain Rd. Drive 9.7 miles and turn left onto Beaver Creek Rd/N Frk Rd. Continue for 6.2 miles to campground.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
