Tower Rock Campground campground
Tower Rock Campground
The campground amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, and potable water. There are no RV hookups, but the campground can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet in length. The area is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with a variety of fish species including salmon, steelhead, and trout.
Interesting facts about the area include that Tower Rock is a volcanic plug that rises 400 feet above the Salmon River, and was named by Lewis and Clark during their expedition in 1805. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, and mountain goats.
The best time of year to visit Tower Rock Campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when the average temperature ranges from 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the area is prone to thunderstorms during the summer, so visitors should be prepared for sudden weather changes.
What's on-site at Tower Rock Campground
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 Tower Rock Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Rock | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morgan Bar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morgan Bar | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wallace Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wallace Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tower Rock Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon River At Salmon Id | 2,940 cfs | → |
| Napias Creek Below Arnett Creek Near Leesburg | 61 cfs | → |
| Lemhi River Below L5 Diversion Near Salmon | 52 cfs | → |
| Big Hole River Near Jackson Mt | 25 cfs | → |
| Blackbird Creek Near Cobalt | 12 cfs | → |
| Salmon River Nr Shoup Id | 4,170 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tower Rock Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Slagamelt Lakes | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Darkhorse Lake | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Darkhorse Lake | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Moose Creek | 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
Boat launches
Fishing spots
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 Tower Rock Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tower Rock Campground
Can I make reservations at Tower Rock Campground?
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 Tower Rock Campground?
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 Tower Rock Campground.