Pine Bar Recreation Site campground
Pine Bar Recreation Site
Campers at Pine Bar Recreation Site can enjoy a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. These facilities make the camping experience comfortable and convenient. It is important to note that reservations are not accepted at this campground, therefore visitors are advised to plan their trip accordingly.
The best time to visit Pine Bar Recreation Site is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. Campers can indulge in hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting in the surrounding area. However, caution must be exercised while camping at Pine Bar Recreation Site as there are no potable water sources available. Campers are advised to bring enough drinking water and to practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the pristine beauty of the area. In summary, Pine Bar Recreation Site in Idaho offers a tranquil camping experience with basic amenities. Visitors should plan their trip during the summer months and be prepared with their own water supply.
What's on-site at Pine Bar Recreation Site
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Pine Bar Recreation Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobs Hole Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Bar Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Lone Pine Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Lone Pine Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Across From Miller Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pine Bar Recreation Site -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon River At White Bird Id | 23,300 cfs | → |
| Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id | 906 cfs | → |
| Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery | 18 cfs | → |
| Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens | 33,900 cfs | → |
| Imnaha River At Imnaha | 150 cfs | → |
| Little Salmon River At Riggins Id | 1,950 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pine Bar Recreation Site -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grangeville 0.2 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lucile 1.2 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kamiah | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Anatone 2.3 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Orofino 3.8 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Orofino 4.4 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Nez Perce National Historic Park-Confluence Overlook
- Vollmer Park
- Winchester Lake State Park
- Clearwater National Forest
Boat launches
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Hammer Creek To Heller Bar (Lower Salmon)
- Salmon River
- Salmon River, Sec. 22, T28n, R1e To North And South Forks Of White Bird Creek
- Salmon River, Sec. 36, T27n, R1e To Gospel-Hump Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 31, T27n, R4e
- Pittsburg Landing To Heller Bar
- South Fork Clearwater River, Sec. 30, T29n, R5e To Headwaters
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 Pine Bar Recreation Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Bar Recreation Site
Can I make reservations at Pine Bar Recreation Site?
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 Pine Bar Recreation Site?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Pine Bar Recreation Site.