Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests lure RV campers with roaring wild rivers and rugged hiking trails. The Lochsa River crashes through steep canyons while elk roam vast meadows. Choose from 18 directory parks to base your hunt for solitude and adventure in Idaho's wild heart.
15 parks found
Towering cedars shade Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests over 4 million acres in central Idaho. The Lochsa River powers world-class kayaking runs each spring. Hikers tackle the 1.4 million-acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness nearby. History buffs trace the Nez Perce National Historical Trail to Lolo Pass, Lewis and Clark's mountain crossing. Anglers hook steelhead in the Clearwater River.
RV parks cluster along creeks and forest roads. EC Rettig Campground draws fly fishers to its streamside spots. Sousie Creek Campground fits families with picnic tables under pines. Belle Creek Campground attracts trail riders near open meadows. Footrot Corrals Campground serves horse owners with corrals. Green Flat Campground offers quiet pull-throughs for big rigs seeking peace.
Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests excel in wild rivers and remote wilderness. The Lochsa River hosts expert kayaking while the Selway River slices through roadless canyons. Trails link to Lolo Pass and Nez Perce heritage sites. Elk hunting peaks in fall across 4 million acres. Campers chase steelhead runs in the Clearwater River basin.
EC Rettig Campground, Sousie Creek Campground, Belle Creek Campground, Footrot Corrals Campground, and Green Flat Campground sit right in the forests. These Forest Service spots hug creeks and trails off Highway 12. Expect dry camping with fire rings, tables, and vault toilets amid pines.
Yes, leashed pets welcome at all 18 directory parks. Keep dogs under voice control on trails to protect wildlife like elk and bears. Clean up waste and avoid leaving pets unattended amid roaming moose near Lochsa River sites.
