U.S. Forest Service · Salmon-Challis National Forest · Idaho

Timber Creek Campground

The Timber Creek Campground has 12 camp units in a wooded setting, with two creeks flowing on either side of it. Two faucets provide potable water in the summer months. There is also one accessible vault toilet, a horse hitch rail and unloading ramp. Nearby areas of interest include Mill Creek Lake, and Timber Creek ATV trail.

Open nowFirst-come, first-servedFrom $5 per nightTents only

More like this: first-come in Idaho · tent only in Idaho

Amenities & rules

EquipmentTents
Fees$5/Night for single unit

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusOpen
Season5/20 to 09/30
ForestSalmon-Challis National Forest
BookingNo reservations taken
Fees$5/Night for single unit

Salmon-Challis National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Timber Creek Campground10°20°30°40°50°60°70°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 17.3°F averageFebruary: 20.7°F averageMarch: 30.9°F averageApril: 38.6°F averageMay: 47.3°F averageJune: 54.2°F averageJuly: 62.0°F averageAugust: 60.9°F averageSeptember: 52.3°F averageOctober: 40.2°F averageNovember: 27.6°F averageDecember: 17.1°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Leadore #2, 20 miles from the campground at 6,000 feet, station USC00105177 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. The shaded span is the published season, May 20 to September 30.

Getting there

Coordinates44.3980° N, 113.4094° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗37.9 mi

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Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.7 mi
    Red Rock Loop Trail
    2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 1.3 mi
    South Fork Big Creek-Iron Cr ↗
    12.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
  • 1.5 mi
    Jackson Creek
    1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 1.9 mi
    Red Rock Creek
    1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 2.1 mi
    Timber Creek
    2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 2.2 mi
    Snow Bank ↗
    18.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

On the National Register nearby

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Timber Creek Campground?

No. Timber Creek Campground is first-come, first-served. No reservations taken Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.

Source: Forest Service

How much does it cost to camp at Timber Creek Campground?

$5/Night for single unit

Source: Forest Service

Is Timber Creek Campground open right now?

Open as of Oct 26, 2026. Season 5/20 to 09/30.

Source: Forest Service status

Can I bring an RV to Timber Creek Campground?

Timber Creek Campground is listed for tents only.

Source: Forest Service

What if Timber Creek Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Mill Creek Trailhead & Campground (3.1 mi, first-come), Meadow Lake Campground (5.2 mi), and Big Creek Campground (9.8 mi, first-come).

Source: Campgrounds nearby