Big Creek Campground
Quick Facts
2,523 ftPrice
$5 - $10/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
9 campsites
Season
Open May through Sep...
Cell
Unknown
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Quick Facts
2,523 ftPrice
$5 - $10/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
9 campsites
Season
Open May through Sep...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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What Campers Say
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Based on 11 reviews
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"User reviews often describe Big Creek Campground as quiet, scenic, and close to good trails and a clear creek. Privacy between sites is appreciated, and the campground is noted for its connection to outdoor activities like dirt biking and hiking."
Campground Map
Big Creek Campground
Big Creek Road #537, 5 miles east and 24 miles north of St. Maries, ID
Best Time to Camp at Big Creek Campground
Big Creek's dramatic seasonal transformations create distinctly different camping experiences throughout the year. Spring arrives tentatively in May, with winter's grip occasionally reasserting itself through surprise snowfalls and crisp mountain air. As summer unfolds from June through August, the campground truly comes alive under azure skies and warm sunshine – these golden months offer the perfect conditions for creek-side relaxation and trail exploration. Come September, autumn paints the surrounding forest in brilliant golds and crimsons, though visitors should prepare for nature's moodier side with increased rainfall and cooler temperatures that hint at the approaching winter.
Peak season May–September; swimming, fishing and trail access available in summer.
Open through September; fall transformations noted but limited autumn window.
Spring arrives tentatively in May; campground opens in May with variable spring conditions.
Campground closed outside May–September; winter camping not supported.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May through September.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open May through September.
- Current Alerts: None reported, but campers should verify with the St. Joe Ranger District for current updates.
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