Kelly Forks Cabin Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kelly Forks Cabin in Idaho offers both an historic rental cabin and nearby dispersed camping along the North Fork Clearwater River in a serene, forested setting.


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Summary

Reservations are required for the cabin via Recreation.gov (fees apply); dispersed camping is free and first-come, first-served. Amenities at the cabin include a vault toilet, picnic table, fire ring, and wood stove—no running water, electricity, or hookups. The area is remote and tranquil, ideal for wildlife viewing, fishing, and hiking nearby trails like Weitas Creek. RVs can access the cabin area, but without hookups. Best visited from late spring through early fall for mild weather and accessible roads.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Kelly Forks CabinNF CLEARWATER RIVER NR CANYON RANGER STATION ID Preview Nf Clearwater River Nr Canyon Ranger Station Id
1050.0cfs
1050cfs
Kelly Forks CabinST. JOE RIVER AT RED IVES RANGER STATION ID Preview St. Joe River At Red Ives Ranger Station Id
75.3cfs
75cfs
Kelly Forks CabinSt. Regis River near St. Regis Preview St. Regis River Near St. Regis
134.0cfs
134cfs
Kelly Forks CabinClark Fork at St. Regis MT Preview Clark Fork At St. Regis Mt
2810.0cfs
2810cfs
Kelly Forks CabinLOCHSA RIVER NR LOWELL ID Preview Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
803.0cfs
803cfs
Kelly Forks CabinSELWAY RIVER NR LOWELL ID Preview Selway River Nr Lowell Id
1120.0cfs
1120cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
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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NOHRSC COOL CREEK
2.0"
2"
COOL CREEK
1.0"
1"
CRATER MEADOWS
3.0"
3"
NOHRSC CRATER MEADOWS
3.0"
3"
NOHRSC HOODOO BASIN
11.0"
11"
HOODOO BASIN
12.0"
12"
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River Runs