Willow Creek Campground

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Name: Willow Creek Campground

Willow Creek Campground in the Sawtooth National Forest is very small having only 3 campsites. It is situated across the road from the South Fork of the Boise River east of Featherville where the Virginia Gulch Trail crosses the Boise River. It is in a small flat along the side of the road leading to Willow Creek Transfer Camp. The area is forested with some underbrush.

Campsites: There are 3 campsites, each have a picnic table and fire pit. The driveways are gravel but are pretty much dirt in some spots.

Host on Site: No.

Water: No.

Garbage Services: No, but there is a dumpster at the Forest Service Station 1 mile downstream.

Electricity Available: No.

Restroom: Willow Creek Campground has a newer vault style outhouse which was clean at the time of our visit.

Handicap Accessible: The outhouse is handicap accessible.

Firewood: You will need to provide your own firewood.

Pets: No restrictions posted.

Picnic Area: No.

Recreation: Recreation here includes camping, fishing and trail riding primarily.

Fishing: Fishing is available in the South Fork of the Boise River for trout, whitefish and there is a run of kokanee salmon. Check the regulations for seasons and limits.

Boating: None.

Swimming: None.

Wildlife: Deer are common. Elk, black bear and wolves also live in these woods. Smaller mammals like fox and squirrels plus numerous birds can be found.

Additional Camping Opportunities: We have reviews for these nearby campgrounds; Anderson Ranch Reservoir Area, Abbot Campground, Dog Creek Campground, Elks Flat Campground, Chaparral Campground, Bird Creek Campground, Willow Creek Campground, Willow Creek Transfer Camp and Baumgartner Campground.

Phone service: I had no cell phone reception anywhere in this area with my ATT service. There is an emergency pay phone at a forest service station about 1 mile west along the river.

Nearby Services: Featherville, Idaho is the nearest source for camping supplies like food, gas and pop should the need arise.

RV Dumping Site: I don't know of one at Pine or Featherville. There is one to the east at the Big Smokey Guard Station.

Location/Driving instructions: From Boise, Idaho follow this GoogleMap. Or from Twin Falls, Idaho follow this GoogleMap.

Coordinates: 43.607279,-115.143608

Elevation: 4842 Feet

Reviewed Date: June 2011

Fees And Reservations: None. The fee schedule here is $6.00 per day.

This information is accurate as of the date of the review.