Upper Cougar Campsite campground
Upper Cougar Campsite
There are 14 campsites available at the Upper Cougar Campsite, all of which are first-come-first-serve, so it is recommended to arrive early to secure a spot. The campsites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, and there is access to vault toilets and potable water.
The campsite is close to many points of interest, including the McCall area and Payette Lake. Visitors can also explore the nearby Salmon River Mountains and the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Boise Payette Lumber Company, which operated a sawmill and logging camp in the early 1900s. The Upper Cougar Campsite is located on the site of the company's former logging camp.
The best time to visit the Upper Cougar Campsite is from June to September when the weather is mild, and the average temperatures range from 50°F to 80°F. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the area, including hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching.
What's on-site at Upper Cougar Campsite
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 Upper Cougar Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cougar Bar Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Coon Hollow Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Cottonwood Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Cottonwood Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cactus Bar Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Cougar Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens | 45,500 cfs | → |
| Snake River Near Anatone | 49,100 cfs | → |
| Webb Creek Near Sweetwater Id | -999,999 cfs | → |
| Imnaha River At Imnaha | 150 cfs | → |
| Grande Ronde River At Troy | 3,260 cfs | → |
| Asotin Creek At Asotin | 64 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Cougar Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatone 2.3 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Asotin 14 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sourdough Gulch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sourdough Gulch | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Spruce Springs | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Spruce Springs | 137.0 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
- Fields Spring State Park
- Winchester Lake State Park
- Vollmer Park
- Chief Looking Glass Park
- Hells Gate State Park
- Mark Means Park
Boat launches
- Snake River Road Asotin County
- Dug Bar
- Soldiers Meadow Road Nez Perce County
- Waha Lake Road Nez Perce County
- Grande Ronde Road Asotin County
Points of interest
- Buckhorn Tower Viewpoint
- Red Hill Lookout Viewpoint
- Joseph Canyon Viewpoint
- Five Mile Overlook
- Pittsburg Saddle Viewpoint
Paddle runs
- The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River
- Snake River - 4.01
- Joseph Creek
- Grande Ronde River (Lower)
- The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River To Ends In The Slack Water Of The Lower Granite Reservoir, Located One Half Mile Above The Town Of Asotin, Washington
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 Upper Cougar Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Cougar Campsite
Can I make reservations at Upper Cougar 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 Upper Cougar 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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Cougar Campsite.