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Big Creek Campground
Hard to BookNational Forest

Big Creek Campground

Payette National Forest

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As of October 2026, Big Creek Campground is a campground in Payette National Forest with 5 campsites. Big Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Big Creek Campground is located at 45.1276ยฐ N, 115.3231ยฐ W.

Big Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Campsites at Big Creek Campground

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: River.

Things to do: fishing, hiking.

About Big Creek Campground

Overview

Located next to the Big Creek airstrip this four unit campground offers a good staging place to access the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. It is popular with pilots camping overnight in Big Creek. The campground is near the Big Creek Work Station. The four walk-in campsites are near a small stream, which flows into Big Creek.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app ht tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

Trailhead access to the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness to the north on FR 371. Fishing in Big Creek.

Facilities

Facilities include an accessible toilet and drinking water. Pack in/pack out. No hook-ups.

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Big Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Creek Campground?

Big Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Big Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Big Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Big Creek Campground have?

Big Creek Campground has 5 campsites.

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