Elkhorn Bar Campsite Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Elkhorn Bar Campground, located along the Salmon River in Idaho’s Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets—no drinking water or hookups available.
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Summary
The area is suited for tents and small RVs, with free, first-come, first-served access (no reservations or permits required). Nestled in a scenic river canyon with pine and fir trees, it provides a peaceful, rustic experience ideal for fishing, rafting, and wildlife viewing. The nearby Salmon River Trail offers hiking opportunities. Best visited from late spring to early fall for warm days and cool nights. Expect minimal amenities but rich natural beauty.
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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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC DEADWOOD SUMMIT
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