Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf)
The Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) location is in Potlatch, Idaho
83855. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
1700 Highway 6
Potlatch
Idaho
83855
Phone number
208-875-1131
Campground information Potlatch, Idaho
Overview
Elk Creek Campground offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and ancient foliage, the campground provides a great place to stay in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby.
Recreation
Elk Creek and nearby Elk River Reservoir provide visitors with opportunities for fishing and other water-related recreation. Cutthroat and rainbow trout, chinook salmon and steelhead swim in the clear waters. Fishing or hunting are popular activities in the rugged and primitive landscape.
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are available on the area’s many trails and forest roads. The Elk Creek Falls Trail takes hikers 3.5 miles to the tallest waterfall in the state.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping, most of which are available on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservation needed). Electrical hookups are available at all sites including six campsites available for advanced reservations. Parking and driving surfaces are gravel throughout the campground.
Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A more rustic overflow section offers additional campsites.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a mature pine forest in the Clearwater National Forest, next to Elk Creek, at an elevation of about 3,000 feet. The surrounding area is home to the tallest waterfall in Idaho, as well as the largest cedar tree east of the Cascade Range.
Elk, deer, moose, bear and cougar make the forested country their home.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Elk River is less than a mile from the campground and offers a variety of basic services, including gas, groceries, showers and fishing equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1700 Highway 6 Potlatch, ID
How do I make a reservation with Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf)?
To make reservations at Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf), you can call the office at 208-875-1131.
Where is Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) located?
The Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) is located at 1700 Highway 6 in Potlatch,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) have tent or RV camping?
Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 208-875-1131 to make sure things haven’t changed.