Summary
No reservations are needed—sites are first-come, first-served with no fees or permits required. Amenities include pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings; however, there’s no potable water or hookups. Tents and small RVs are welcome (no large rigs). Set in scenic high-altitude meadows surrounded by lodgepole pine forest, the area offers peaceful, rustic camping near Bear Valley Creek. Popular for hiking, wildlife viewing, and access to the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. Best visited June–September when roads are open and trails are snow-free.
Nearby Campgrounds
Bear Valley Trailhead/Upper Campground
McFarland Campground
McFarland Recreation Site
Morse Creek Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC SCHWARTZ LAKE
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SCHWARTZ LAKE
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NOHRSC LEMHI RIDGE
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LEMHI RIDGE
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MORGAN CREEK
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MORGAN CREEK
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Bear Valley Lake To Trailhead
Wade Creek To Nf Boundary
Trailhead To Confluence With Hayden Creek
Headwaters To Wade Creek
Cow Creek
Salmon River