Camping Area

Lower Smith Canyon Campsite campground

Idaho, USA Salmon watershed 45.424°, -116.045°
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Lower Smith Canyon Campsite -- Idaho campground
Lower Smith Canyon Campsite Idaho · Salmon watershed
About this campground

Lower Smith Canyon Campsite

Lower Smith Canyon Campsite is a wilderness camping area situated in Idaho's Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The camping area provides stunning views of its surrounding mountains and valleys. This site is near the Bear River and Nature Trail, where visitors can hike, fish, and explore. The campground has ten campsites, with picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. It operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and has no reservation system. The best time to visit this camping area is from June to September. During this time, the average daytime temperature ranges from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the nights are cool. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful and serene environment, along with fantastic views of the wildlife and landscape.
StateIdaho
WatershedSalmon
Latitude45.4237°
Longitude-116.0451°
Amenities

What's on-site at Lower Smith Canyon Campsite

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

Time Condition Temp (°F) Snow (in) Rain (in) Humidity (%) Wind (mps) Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lower Smith Canyon Campsite, with reservations status.

Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Lower Smith Canyon Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lower Smith Canyon Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Lucile 1.2 Nne 0.0 in 0.0 in
Secesh Summit 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Secesh Summit 0.0 in 0.0 in
Granite Mountain 36.6 in 0.0 in
Brundage Reservoir 1.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Brundage Reservoir 1.0 in 0.0 in

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

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.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Lower Smith Canyon Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Lower Smith Canyon Campsite

Can I make reservations at Lower Smith Canyon Campsite?

This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Lower Smith Canyon Campsite?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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Other campgrounds near here

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lower Smith Canyon Campsite.