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Davis Canyon Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: DUCK CREEK, ID, ID

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Davis Canyon Campground is situated on St. Charles Creek a scenic canyon in the forests of southeast Idaho.This campground contains one accessible group site that can accommodate up to 40 people. The group site is made up of three smaller individual sites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/davis-canyon-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Davis Canyon Campground offers a scenic setting on St. Charles Creek with access to the premier 55-mile Highline Trail #316 (part of the National Trail System). Campers report excellent cleanliness, solitude, minimal bugs, and exceptional stargazing.

Wildlife alert: Moose present in area; also Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Red Squirrel, Dusky Grouse, Black-billed Magpie, Red-tailed Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, and Northern Rubber Boa.

Insider tips for Davis Canyon Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Only 1 tent site available, so expect limited availability No hookups; plan accordingly for dry camping

Skip Davis Canyon Campground if: You need RV hookups. You prefer year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You want multiple site options (only 1 site total).

Best time to visit Davis Canyon Campground: June — Mid-June campers report minimal bugs and excellent conditions. May through October — Official operating season.

Nearby campgrounds: Porcupine (Id) (DUCK CREEK, ID), St. Charles Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), Cloverleaf Campground (MONTPELIER, ID), North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon (DUCK CREEK, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Davis Canyon Campground

Cell signal at Davis Canyon Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    DUCK CREEK, ID, ID★ 4.4 (7 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Davis Canyon Campground is situated on St. Charles Creek a scenic canyon in the forests of southeast Idaho.This campground contains one accessible group site that can accommodate up to 40 people. The group site is made up of three smaller individual sites.

    Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:Tent
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV30 ft
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You prefer year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You want multiple site options (only 1 site total)

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with high demand

    Only 1 tent site available, so expect limited availability

    No hookups; plan accordingly for dry camping

    Best: June

    Mid-June campers report minimal bugs and excellent conditions

    Best: May through October

    Official operating season

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Moose present in area; also Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Red Squirrel, Dusky Grouse, Black-billed Magpie, Red-tailed Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, and Northern Rubber Boa.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    541-351-1182· Caribou-Targhee National Forest
    bryce@sceniccanyons.com
    Getting there →

    Take U.S. Highway 89 north from Garden City, Utah, or south from Montpelier, Idaho, to St. Charles. Drive west from St. Charles along Forest Road 412 about 6 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    Community

    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Caribou-Targhee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Caribou-Targhee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Davis Canyon Campground cost per night?+
    Davis Canyon Campground costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Davis Canyon Campground open?+
    Davis Canyon Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Davis Canyon Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Davis Canyon Campground?+
    Davis Canyon Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Davis Canyon Campground?+
    Davis Canyon Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Davis Canyon Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Davis Canyon Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Davis Canyon Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Davis Canyon Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    ●Data sources on this page
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    recreation.gov · RIDB API
    National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
    api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
    Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
    airquality.googleapis.com
    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
    api.inaturalist.org
    Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
    pollen.googleapis.com
    FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
    broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
    Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
    api.sunrise-sunset.org
    Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
    maps.googleapis.com
    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
    ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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    $60 /night★ 4.4 (7)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    Reserve on Recreation.gov ↗
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    FAQ
    How much does Davis Canyon Campground cost per night?+
    What season is Davis Canyon Campground open?+
    Does Davis Canyon Campground have hookups?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Porcupine (Id)

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $20/night

    St. Charles Campground

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $20/night

    Cloverleaf Campground

    MONTPELIER, ID

    From $20/night

    North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $75/night

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