What are the hours and season for Chemeketan Campground?

Chemeketan Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Chemeketan Campground have?

Chemeketan Campground amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Chemeketan Campground?

Chemeketan Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Chemeketan Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/chemeketan-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Chemeketan Campground

Sawtooth National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

STANLEY, ID4.5 (4)

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Chemeketan Campground sits near the headwaters of the Salmon River, at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range.Chemeketan is a secluded, peaceful campground situated among lodgepole pines, which provide partial shade. Rugged peaks of the Sawtooth Range surround the area and the Salmon River flows at the campground’s edge. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.The Sawtooth National Recreation Area offers a myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities, and an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains.

Things to do nearby

Sawtooth National ForestSalmon RiverThe Salmon River

Best For

AnglersHikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Chemeketan Campground cost per night?+

Chemeketan Campground costs $20 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Chemeketan Campground open?+

Chemeketan Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Chemeketan Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Chemeketan Campground?+

Chemeketan Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Chemeketan Campground?+

Chemeketan Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Chemeketan Campground from the nearest town?+

Chemeketan Campground is located in STANLEY, ID. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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