Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Potlatch, ID, ID

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Elk Creek Pavilion offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and foliage, the pavilion provides a great place to host group events in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/elk-creek-pavilion-clearwater-nf to be notified when sites open up.

Elk Creek Pavilion offers scenic mountain views, waterfalls, and abundant recreational opportunities including biking, hiking, and fishing. Google reviewers praise the spacious campsites, clean facilities, and peaceful natural setting with diverse trails.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves and Columbian ground squirrels present in area; also cedar waxwings, violet-green swallows, yellow-headed blackbirds, and tree swallows.

Insider tips for Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf): Book early — this is a popular federal campground For groups over 50 people, call Palouse Ranger District at (208) 875-1131 for parking arrangements Located 45 minutes northeast of Moscow, ID via State Road 8 to Forest Road 382

Skip Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) if: You need hookups — most sites have no hookups. You plan to visit November through April — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf): May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf) (POTLATCH, ID), Dent Acres (OROFINO, ID), Dam View Camping Area (Ahsahka, ID), Pink House Day Use Pavilions (Orofino, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)

Cell signal at Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) (Potlatch, 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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Elk Creek Pavilion offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and foliage, the pavilion provides a great place to host group events in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterCamp Host
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric Hookups

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 hookups — most sites have no hookups✕ You plan to visit November through April — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

For groups over 50 people, call Palouse Ranger District at (208) 875-1131 for parking arrangements

Located 45 minutes northeast of Moscow, ID via State Road 8 to Forest Road 382

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

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: Gray wolves and Columbian ground squirrels present in area; also cedar waxwings, violet-green swallows, yellow-headed blackbirds, and tree swallows.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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208-875-1131· Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Getting there →

From Moscow, Idaho, travel northeast on State Road 8 to Elk River. Turn north onto Forest Road 382 and then east onto Forest Road 1705. The campground is about 45 minutes from Moscow.

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 — Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests 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 Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) cost per night?+
Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) open?+
Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)?+
Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)?+
Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) 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 Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) open, and what are check-in times?+
Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf) 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
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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$35 /night★ 2 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf)

POTLATCH, ID

From $20/night

Dent Acres

OROFINO, ID

From $25/night

Dam View Camping Area

Ahsahka, ID

From $15/night

Pink House Day Use Pavilions

Orofino, ID

From $25/night

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