Waldron Campground campground
Waldron Campground
There are 28 campsites available at Waldron Campground, all of which are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. The campground also features vault toilets, potable water, and garbage service. Visitors can reserve a site online or on a first-come-first-served basis.
The Salmon River is a popular attraction near Waldron Campground. It offers excellent opportunities for whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Hikers can explore the trails of the nearby Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, which is the largest wilderness area in the contiguous United States.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Salmon River is also known as "The River of No Return" because of its strong current and rugged terrain. Visitors can experience this wild river for themselves on a guided rafting trip.
The best time of year to visit Waldron Campground is from June through September when the weather is mild, and the average temperatures range from 70-85°F during the day and 40-50°F at night. The fall season is also a great time to visit for those who enjoy cooler temperatures and autumn foliage.
What's on-site at Waldron 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 Waldron Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Camground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Snowberry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Farragut State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Evans Landing | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Whiskey Rock Bay | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Waldron Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spokane River Blw Blackwell Nr Coeur D Alene Id | 5,850 cfs | → |
| Lightning Creek At Clark Fork Id | 749 cfs | → |
| Priest River Nr Priest River Id | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Clark Fork River Below Cabinet Gorge Dam Id | 41,700 cfs | → |
| Spokane River Nr Post Falls Id | 5,420 cfs | → |
| Pend Oreille River At Newport Wa | 38,000 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Waldron Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athol 1.5 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mosquito Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mosquito Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Coeur D'Alene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ragged Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ragged Mountain | 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
- Farragut State Park Visitor Center
- Round Lake State Park
- Croffoot Park And Sports Complex
- Honeysuckle Beach Park
- Finukane Park
- Canfield Sports Complex
Boat launches
- Lakeside Avenue Bayview
- Sportsman Park
- North Nautical Loop 30475, Kootenai County
- West Twin Lakes Road 9832, Kootenai County
- Bonner County
- National Forest Development Road 278 Bonner County
Paddle runs
- Coeur D"Alene River, Sec. 8, T49n, R2e To Honey Mountain, Sec. 32, T53n, R1w
- Cataldo Mission To Coeur D'Alene Lake
- Confluence North Fork Coeur D'Alene River To Cataldo Mission
- Boundary Proposed Addition Cabinet Mtns Wilderness, Sec. To Cabinet Gorge Reservoir
- Forest Boundary, Sec. 34, T59n, R2w To Harrison Lake, Sec. 31, T62n, R2w
- Cabinet Mtns Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 3, T27n, R32w To Bull River, Sec. 12, T27n, R33w
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 Waldron Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Waldron Campground
Can I make reservations at Waldron 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 Waldron 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 Waldron Campground.