Upper Granite Creek Campsite campground
Upper Granite Creek Campsite
The campground has 8 first-come-first-serve campsites available for visitors, with amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Visitors are advised to bring their own water as there is no potable water available at the campsite.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular mining area during the late 1800s, with remnants of the mining operations still visible today.
The best time to visit Upper Granite Creek Campsite is during the summer months when the weather is warm and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to the 40s at night.
Nearby points of interest include the Stanley Lake and Redfish Lake, which offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and are perfect for water activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding. The Sawtooth National Forest is also nearby, providing visitors with miles of hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Overall, Upper Granite Creek Campsite is a great place to experience the beauty of the outdoors and all that Idaho has to offer.
What's on-site at Upper Granite Creek 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 Granite Creek Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Granite Creek Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rocky Bar Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Three Creek Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wild Sheep Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Oregon Hole Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Granite Creek Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line | 19,200 cfs | → |
| Little Salmon River At Riggins Id | 1,650 cfs | → |
| Imnaha River At Imnaha | 150 cfs | → |
| Salmon River At White Bird Id | 36,500 cfs | → |
| Nf Payette River At Mccall Id | 613 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Payette River Ab Jumbo Cr Nr Mccall Id | 396 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Granite Creek Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc West Branch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lucile 1.2 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt. Howard | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mt. Howard | 167.0 in | -17.0 in | → |
| Aneroid Lake #2 | 14.0 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
- National Wild And Scenic River Snake, Idaho And Oregon
- Wilderness Hells Canyon
- Wallowa Lake State Park
- Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site
- Hells Canyon National Recreation Area
- Packer John's Cabin State Park
Boat launches
- Hells Canyon Creek Recreation Site
- Allison Creek Trail Adams County
- Main Street Idaho County
- National Forest Development Road 1614 Idaho County
- Us 95 Idaho County
- Copper Creek Boat Launch
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 Granite Creek Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Granite Creek Campsite
Can I make reservations at Upper Granite Creek 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 Granite Creek 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 Granite Creek Campsite.