Desert campsite at sunset

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingBackcountry

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fishing AccessHiking Trails

Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River

ID · BLM Campground · BLM

Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River is a blm campground Idaho. This backcountry-level campground offers tent camping, rv camping. No fees. Amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Backcountry

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

none

No Cell Signal

Plan to be off-grid — download maps ahead of time

Verizon: noneAT&T: noneT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Deep Creek offers a rugged, year-round backcountry escape within a dramatic Idaho canyon. Ideal for self-sufficient tent or RV campers, this free, undeveloped BLM site provides thrilling whitewater kayaking in spring and excellent hiking opportunities once water levels recede. It is a perfect destination for those seeking solitude and nature.

Experience the raw, rugged beauty of the Idaho high desert at the Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River. This primitive, year-round BLM campground offers a true backcountry escape for those seeking solitude and dramatic landscapes. Carved by a meandering, vertical-walled canyon, the area is a paradise for adventurers. In early spring, snowmelt provides thrilling whitewater kayaking and canoeing. As the water recedes, the canyon transforms into an outstanding destination for hiking and backpacking. This free, undeveloped site is perfect for self-sufficient tent or RV campers who prioritize nature over amenities. Immerse yourself in the quiet majesty of one of Idaho’s most spectacular, untouched river corridors.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River?
Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River is a campground in Idaho. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River?
Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River supports tent camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at Deep Creek Wild and Scenic River?
On-site amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 42.3458, -116.6203

Quick Facts

State
Idaho
Region
Rocky Mountains
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
42.3458, -116.6203
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