Trout Creek Campground campground
Trout Creek Campground
There are several nearby points of interest that visitors can explore, including the Payette River, which is perfect for fishing, boating, and swimming. The area also has several hiking trails, including one that leads to Sawtooth Lake, a beautiful alpine lake surrounded by mountains. Furthermore, the campground is only a short drive away from the historic mining town of Idaho City, which features several restaurants, shops, and museums.
The campground has 17 campsites, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, and vault toilets are available on-site. There is no potable water at the campground, so visitors must bring their own supply.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Payette National Forest has the largest population of nesting ospreys in the lower 48 states. Visitors to the area can often see these majestic birds fishing in the nearby rivers and lakes.
The best time to visit the Trout Creek Campground is in the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, visitors should be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms during this time.
What's on-site at Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buck Mountain Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Buck Mountain | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Penny Spring Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Penny Springs Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Warm Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Trout Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Creek At Yellow Pine Id | 1,520 cfs | → |
| Ef Of Sf Salmon River At Stibnite Id | 121 cfs | → |
| Efsf Salmon R Abv Sugar Crk Nr Stibnite | 131 cfs | → |
| Sugar Creek Nr Stibnite | 46 cfs | → |
| Sf Salmon River Nr Krassel Ranger Station Id | 1,440 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Payette River Ab Jumbo Cr Nr Mccall Id | 596 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Trout Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Creek Summit | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Deadwood Summit | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Deadwood Summit | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Big Creek Summit | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Stibnite | 30.1 in | -0.3 in | → |
| Yellowpine | 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.
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 Trout Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Trout Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek Campground.