Boyd Creek Campground sits along the Selway River in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, about 20 miles upstream from Kooskia. The five sites accommodate RVs up to 30 feet and cost $8 per night during the fee season. Picnic tables are provided.
The campground provides facilities for both tent camping and RV camping. Group camping, cabin lodging, and glamping options are not mentioned.
Weather and SeasonsSummer is the reliable window. Daytime highs run 70–90°F, nights drop to the mid-40s to mid-50s. The river is accessible for wading, swimming, and fishing. July and August see weekend traffic despite the small site count. Wildfire smoke can settle in the canyon some summers. Spring and fall are cooler, access can be uncertain. Winter closes the campground and snow makes the road impassable.
ElevationPerched at 1,600 feet above sea level, Boyd Creek Campground enjoys a mild mountain climate that provides comfortable camping conditions through much of the year. This modest elevation offers the perfect balance—high enough to escape the valley heat in summer, yet low enough to extend the camping season well into autumn.
Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a narrow bench in the Selway River canyon at 1,600 feet elevation. The Selway, designated Wild and Scenic, cuts through exposed rock formations here. Conifers crowd the slopes. Boyd Creek enters the main river near the campground. The canyon walls rise steeply on both sides, limiting light in morning and late afternoon.
Geological RegionBoyd Creek Campground rests within the dramatic river canyon carved by the mighty Selway River, one of the original Wild and Scenic Rivers. This geological wonderland showcases millennia of natural sculpting, where water and time have exposed ancient rock formations and created the diverse ecosystem that thrives here today.
Scenic ViewsVisitors can enjoy scenic views along the Selway River.
Lodging & AccommodationsNo hotel-style lodging accommodations are mentioned for this campground.
Programs & ActivitiesNo cultural or educational programs are mentioned for this campground.